ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A fight broke out at a Monroe High School versus East High School Section V Class B Semifinal football game on Saturday. The fight appeared to start when a Monroe player tackled an East player after the game.
Viewer video from Tyler Colbey and News10NBC’s Ian Mills showed both teams throwing punches and wrestling each other to the ground. Coaches tried to pull players apart as the brawl escalated.
Multiple Monroe players tackled an East player while punching him, according to the video.
“Hey, man, it was just an emotional game. Unfortunately, it had to end that way. I won’t discredit, they had a great season and sometimes great things got to come to an end. So that’s what happened at the end,” said James Vann, head coach of East.
News10NBC observed the head coaches for both schools embrace after the game. Reporter Declan Stablow reached out to both schools, Section V Athletics, and the Rochester City School District (RCSD) for comment about possible discipline or injuries. We’re waiting to hear back from the schools and Section V.
Statement
The RCSD gave a statement, saying the behavior is unacceptable and that the district is reviewing what happened:
“The Rochester City School District is aware of an altercation involving players following today’s football game between East High School and Monroe High School.
“Both teams have worked hard throughout the season, and it is disappointing that the game ended this way. This type of behavior is unacceptable and does not reflect the sportsmanship we expect from our student athletes.
“The District is reviewing what occurred and will address any violations in accordance with our Code of Conduct. Our expectation is that students compete with respect for one another, both on and off the field.“
Source: www.whec.com
