HAMILTON--Hamilton High School's basketball program is reeling after being notified by the Ohio High School Athletic Association that they violated student athlete transfer rules. Hamilton has to forfeit all eight wins this season, and Athletic Director Bill Stewart has resigned.
Hamilton City School Statement
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The Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) notified the Hamilton City School District and Hamilton High School Athletic Department on Wednesday, January 20, 2021, of a possible rules violation regarding the student/athlete transfer rule. After receiving the news, the district immediately started an internal investigation regarding its procedures and protocols. During the investigation, it was discovered the Hamilton High School Athletic Department and Hamilton High School Athletic Director violated the procedure required by the OHSAA regarding the district residency of a student-athlete. As a result of this violation, the Hamilton High School Varsity Boys Basketball team must forfeit all victories (eight) from the current 2020-21 basketball season. Hamilton High School is a proud member of the Greater Miami Conference (GMC) and takes student eligibility matters seriously. After receiving this information, Hamilton City Schools has accepted the Hamilton High School Athletic Director’s resignation. The district will begin the process to hire the next Hamilton High School Athletic Director immediately. Moving forward, the traits of sportsmanship, integrity, and character remain the core values of Hamilton City Schools and will not be compromised.
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