Many back Fort Myers hoops coach accused of hard foul on player

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FORT MYERS, Fla. A hard foul or just part of the game?

Scott Guttery, the Fort Myers High School boys basketball coach, shoved a player to the ground during a pick up game in May. He was investigated by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office and placed on administrative leave, but returned to coaching last week.

The player suffered a concussion as a result of the shove, said Sawyer Smith, the attorney for the student.

But many came to Guttery’s defense at a school board meeting Tuesday night.

“I’ve never known him to be anything other than a man of high integrity, principle, respect and compassion,” said Steven Brooks, Guttery’s long-time friend.

Smith wouldn’t comment on whether a lawsuit will be filed against the school.

The sheriff’s office dropped the case, but the school district is still investigating.

Guttery said he couldn’t comment until the investigation is complete.

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