Iona small forward Roland Griffin was dismissed from the program on Saturday per Stadium's Jeff Goodman, ending his time with the Gaels after a "physical altercation with assistant coach Garfield 'Ricky' Johns" on Monday morning. Griffin's punches were "in self-defense" according to Goodman.
“Iona College takes all matters of health and safety seriously,” Iona said in a statement provided to Stadium. “We take every action necessary to ensure the well-being of the members of our community. The College does not comment on student disciplinary matters or student information.”
Johns reportedly "spent nearly eight hours in the hospital" due to the fight, suffering a head injury.