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Hanover High baseball team must undergo mandatory training after misconduct investigation

(HCPS) has completed its investigation into reports of within the Hanover High program, which remains suspended. 

On Wednesday, HCPS announced that mandatory training for players and coaches would take place as part of efforts to address the issues. 

HCPS spokesperson Chris Whitley confirmed that the investigation was “comprehensive” but said specific details, including any disciplinary action or the job status of coach Tyler Kane, could not be shared due to privacy laws. 

In a letter to and staff, HCPS outlined three key areas for improvement: increased supervision, clearer communication of expectations, and additional training. 

To support this, the program will collaborate with A Better Way Athletics, a third-party vendor specializing in athletics management. The organization will provide required training for all players and coaches, with any team member or coach who misses the initial session required to complete it before resuming activities. “The training from A Better Way Athletics will support our efforts to help ensure that the program is one where all students feel safe, respected, and supported,” Whitley said.

A Better Way Athletics, based in North , offers courses on topics like managing conflict and engaging officials, aiming to “minimize risk,” “create alignment,” and “cultivate growth.” Clients include from across the U.S.

Following the training, HCPS expects to resume off-season baseball activities after winter break, which runs from Dec. 23 to Jan. 3. Whitley said that no -sanctioned practices have occurred during the suspension.

The ‘s Office confirmed it received a report in October related to the investigation but did not pursue it as the family involved did not want law enforcement involvement. “It is a school matter and has nothing to do with the Sheriff’s Office,” said Sgt. Steven Wills.

 

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Originally written for VirginiaMercury and it originally published as Hanover High baseball team must undergo mandatory training after misconduct investigation

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