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West Virginia Coach Keeps Job Despite Homophobic Slur, Faces Suspension and Pay Cut

  • Bob Huggins, West Virginia men's basketball coach, used a homophobic slur during a radio interview and apologized after facing backlash.
  • Huggins' salary will be reduced by $1 million, and he will be suspended for three games during the 2023-2024 season.
  • Huggins' multi-year contract will be amended to a year-by-year deal, and any further offensive incidents will result in termination.
  • Huggins will undergo sensitivity training and meet with LGBTQ+ leaders as part of his punishment.
  • Critics argue Huggins' punishment is insufficient given the severity of his actions.
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