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Australian coach fines himself $10,000 - Jun 26, 2009 | 9:58:04
posted by: Molly Gallagher
While it is common practice for school's to self report violations to the NCAA, I have never heard of an institution enforcing its own punishment like Australian rugby coach Brad Fittler announced Wednesday. In a press conference Fittler apologized for forcing entrance to a hotel room that he mistook as his own after a night of drinking. "I brought embarrassment to the club, myself and my family," Fittler said. "I'd also like to take this opportunity to apologize to the occupants of the room concerned. As a result I've fined myself $10,000 and that donation will be going to a suitable charity." 
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