In a letter dated April 14, the Pine-Richland School District notified varsity football coach Eric Kasperowicz that his contract and those of his assistant coach would not be renewed.
Thursday night, Kasperowicz released the letter for the first time.
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Students and others in the community have been rallying behind Kasperowicz since the news broke of the firing of the coaches.
At the time, Kasperowicz's only response came in the form of a released statement made through his attorney. Kasperowicz said:
"I was informed yesterday that my coaching contract will not be renewed.
"I am disappointed by this decision and want to unequivocally state that no bullying or hazing took place in the Pine-Richland football program under my watch. I never condoned any bullying or hazing. If I became aware of any such claims I met with the individuals and immediately put an end to it. I addressed and resolved these infrequent events over my 8 year tenure internally within the team. The players and coaches were made aware of my zero tolerance for this type of behavior. Certainly if bullying or hazing had occurred under my watch, I would have followed proper reporting procedures as I have always done throughout my professional career.
"I want to thank all my supporters who know the safety and well being of students is and will always be my utmost priority.”
Kasperowicz is a frequent guest on the KDKA Quest For the Best high school football show.