(AP) — Florida basketball coach Todd Golden acknowledged an ongoing school inquiry Saturday and said he is considering “defamation claims,” presumably against his accusers.
“I have recently engaged (attorney) Ken Turkel to advise me on my ability to bring defamation claims while this confidential investigation is ongoing.
Golden is expected to coach the 21st-ranked Gators (2-0) in that one.
Amato was fired without cause one year into a six-year contract, leaving the Gators on the hook for roughly $1.125 million.
Rashada is now suing Florida football coach Billy Napier and a prominent booster.
Persons:
Todd Golden, ”, “, ” Golden, Ken Turkel, Golden, Scott Stricklin’s, Stricklin, Cam Newbauer, Newbauer, Tony Amato, Amato, Dan Mullen, signee Jaden Rashada, Billy Napier
Organizations:
Independent Florida Alligator, Grambling State, Gators, Associated Press, Golden, Florida
Locations:
GAINESVILLE , Florida, Florida, Grambling State ., Gainesville