Golden HS Boys Basketball Coach Steps Down, Will Keep PE Job

GOLDEN, CO -- Golden High School's successful boy's head basketball coach resigned from his coaching position after allegations that he mistreated students on the team, Denver Channel 9 reported. John Anderson will continue to teach physical education at Golden HS.

Anderson is considered one of the top boy's coaches in the state. But Golden HS Principal Brian Conroy received complaints about Anderson’s alleged 'inappropriate conduct' over the Thanksgiving break, Jeffco Public Schools Chief Communications Officer Diana Wilson told Channel 9.

Wilson told the station the players were never in any sort of physical danger. She characterized Anderson's resignation "controversial" at the school, as he was "very popular with some players/parents, and unpopular with others."

Channel 9 reported the Golden Demons are currently 7-2 on the season, and are ranked No. 2 in the 4A classification, according to the Colorado High School Activities Assn. poll.

Anderson’s all-time record is 222-125-0, according to Max Preps.

"Golden reached the Final Four of the 4A state basketball tournament last year," 9News reported.

Anderson will continue in his role as PE teacher, Wilson told the station.

Read more on 9News about the resignation here.

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