Coach’s Discrimination Claims Dismissed

A federal judge just dismissed a former University at Albany basketball player’s racial discrimination and sabotage claims against the school and coach Dwayne Killings, finding no evidence of racial bias or intentional career interference — though the case hinges on anonymous social media posts and subjective accounts. The coach’s assault and battery claims, however, remain active and headed to trial after an incident in November 2021, where Fizulich alleged being pushed and slapped — a contact the coach admits to but denies intending to harm. Meanwhile, the university disciplined the coach with a five-game suspension and $25,000 fine (donated), and Fizulich transferred schools after the investigation concluded. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a0e41bc2fc6cf857