STATEMENT FROM RADFORD UNIVERSITY
HEAD MEN’S BASKETBALL COACH
BYRON SAMUELS

As I stated in my very first press conference as Head Basketball Coach at Radford University, we want to raise the expectation level of our basketball program for coaches, players and our supporters. I expect our team members to be successful in the classroom, on the basketball floor and as responsible members of the student body and Radford community who respect the rights of all individuals.

We want to win games and championships, and we want to do so with everyone involved in the program living up to high standards of conduct and integrity.

I was disturbed when I learned of the alleged incident resulting in the arrest of a Radford University assistant basketball coach on Friday, June 21 and the resulting charges. This is truly an unfortunate situation and I take this matter very seriously.

Due to the nature of the allegations, Mr. Chibi Johnson has submitted his resignation, which I have accepted. This decision is in keeping with our goal of running a basketball program deserving of the respect and support of individuals within the University, community, and across the Commonwealth.