Parents Of Andrew Johnson Issue Statement In Haircut Ultimatum – Tha Wire

Dominic A. Speziali, the Johnson family attorney said on their behalf, "The blame here rests primarily with the referee and those that permitted him to continue in that role despite clear evidence of what should be a disqualifying race-related transgression."

I will keep you posted on the results of the investigation and any further details concerning this story. Meanwhile, Rosa and Charles Johnson said, “Wrestling has taught Andrew to be resilient in the face of adversity," and credit the sport for getting him through last weeks ordeal. They went on to say, "As we move forward, we are comforted by both the strength of Andrew’s character and the support he’s received from the community. We will do all that we can to make sure that no student-athlete is forced to endure what Andrew experienced.”

Alan Maloney has made no comment on the matter. He was suspended for a year in 2016 after he used a racial slur against a fellow ref. At the agreed to participate in sensitivity training and an alcohol awareness program in order to keep his job. Not long afterward his suspension was overturned. Below view the Johnson families full statement posted on Instagram Christmas Day (Tuesday, December 25, 2018)