Out of the Shark Zone, Aug. 28, 2018

Trump responds to ESPN’s Anthem Decision in email to supporters

President Trump has responded to ESPN’s decision over not to broadcast or telecast the National Anthem. The President responded in an email newsletter sent to his supporters, calling for them to sign a petition to reverse the change. Trump called the decision “SPINELESS” according to The New York Times.

Ohio State Football Coach suspended for three games

Ohio State has suspended their football coach, Urban Meyer, for three games following an investigation by the Board of Trustees. The investigation looked into the way Meyer handled the alleged domestic violence of one of his former assistant coaches. USA Today states that he is suspended without pay.

Former Michigan State gymnastic coach charged in Nassar Case

Kathie Ann Klages, ex-head coach for Michigan State Gymnastics is charged with lying to investigators in the Larry Nassar Case. Klages resigned in 2017 after being suspended for supporting Nassar during trial, according to ABC News. The warrant issued claimed that Klades “knowingly and willfully” made false statements in support of Nassar. Klades could face up to four years in prison for the charge.  

Travis Frederick out indefinitely due to autoimmune disease

Cowboy’s center Travis Frederick has announced that he was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease called Guillain Barre Syndrome. Guillain Barre Syndrome, according to CBS News, causes the body’s immune system to attack nerves. Patients with GBS commonly suffer from muscle weakness and paralysis. In a tweet, Frederick stated that he had recently received two treatments for GBS, saying he is “very optimistic” about his condition.

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