StFX assistant men's basketball coach steps down effective immediately

ANTIGONISH, NS --- StFX assistant basketball coach Garry Gallimore has tendered his resignation effective immediately.

“In light of the events that occurred in the StFX-CBU basketball game of January 28th, I have decided to step down as assistant coach of the StFX men’s basketball team. I realize that physical confrontation with game officials has no place in university sport. My action at the end of the game was totally out of character with how I have conducted myself through many years of basketball. But my action was unacceptable, and the right way to show that is to resign.” said Mr. Gallimore.

“I sincerely apologize and express my personal regret to the young man involved, to Cape Breton University, and to my alma mater, StFX University.”

Mr. Gallimore’s resignation was accepted by head coach Steve Konchalski and Director of Athletics, Leo MacPherson.

“The StFX Athletic Department expects and requires high standards of conduct from athletes and coaches. Mr. Gallimore’s resignation reflects an understanding of what is acceptable and what is clearly unacceptable,” stated MacPherson.

“Garry Gallimore is a young man of strong character and integrity who made a mistake,” said coach Konchalski. “I respect that he has done the honourable thing in stepping down. He will always be a part of the StFX basketball family.”

Garry was a four-year player, from 2003-2007, and former captain of the StFX X-Men basketball program. He graduated from StFX with a Bachelor of Arts, Major with Distinction. In addition, he played for and captained Canada’s national team at international basketball championships. He will remain on campus to train in preparation for a return to a professional basketball career overseas.

Press release courtesy StFX Department of Communications