Oklahoma Sooners assistant coach Cale Gundyresigned on August 7, 2022, after uttering a “racially charged” word during a position meeting, citing that he did not want to be a distraction to the team.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
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The Incident:Cale Gundy, the brother of Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy, resigned after a position meeting where he allegedly used a racial slur.
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Gundy’s Statement:Gundy acknowledged the incident and stated that he did not want to be a distraction to the team, particularly as they prepare for the upcoming season.
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Venables’ Statement:Head coach Brent Venables also acknowledged the incident and stated that saying such a word was unacceptable.
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Impact:Gundy’s resignation came just weeks before the start of the Oklahoma Sooners football season.
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Interim Replacement:Offensive analyst L’Damian Washington will replace Gundy as the interim wide receivers coach.
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Gundy’s History:Gundy was a member of the coaching staff for 14 of Oklahoma’s Big 12 championships and the school’s national championship in 2000 under former head coach Bob Stoops.
