Oxford Football Coach Says He Should be Disciplined But Not Fired: Report

OXFORD, CT — Oxford High School football coach Joseph Stochmal, who is also a teacher, believes he should be disciplined but shouldn't lose his job, the Republican-American reports.

The coach was charged with breach of peace in December after he went to central officers and was upset that he believed his brother was forced to resign a job in the district. School officials have said Stochmal cursed at them and was out of control, but in testimony this week the coach denied that charge, the Rep-Am reports.

But Stochmal admitted he did yell at the schools superintendent and he apologized for being "disrespectful."

A hearing officer has until July 10 to rule on Stochmal's fate, the Rep-Am reports. Several people have testified that the coach cares about his players and First Selectman George R. Temple previously testified in support of Stochmal.

For more on the coach's testimony, please read the full Rep-Am report here.

Written by Brian McCready (Patch National Staff)

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