A Statement from Joe Pasternack
"I would like to clarify that my actions last night were a reflex in response to a player falling on top of me while running at top speed toward our bench.
Prior to my arrival at Arizona and as a former head coach and an assistant coach for eight seasons at the University of California, I have great respect for the Pac-12 Conference, the Cal program and Jorge Gutierrez and the competitiveness he brings to the court. In no way was I deliberately attempting to engage him. My hope is that this statement will clear up any misconceptions about the incident and that we can move on in a positive fashion."
Joe Pasternack, University of Arizona assistant coach, regarding the incident that took place during the Feb. 2 game at California
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