07-31-2009, 02:20 PM
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Mr. DeCaires:
I sincerely apologize for Coach McMackin's offensive remarks -- he clearly made a very serious mistake. Regardless of the details of how the statement was made, or the outcome of this situation, I intend to use this hurtful and unfortunate incident to further teach our staff and student-athletes that diversity and appreciation of others is a mandate and not a choice of convenience or circumstance.
That said, I believe Coach McMackin is sincerely apologetic, and I can say in all my interactions with him in the past 16 months (including being on the road with him for about 8 days in Japan earlier this spring) I have never heard him say a derogatory or disparaging remark about anyone. That is why what he said yesterday is even more shocking and disappointing.
I talked to Coach McMackin yesterday and again this morning by phone (he was in Salt Lake City yesterday) and I believe he is truly remorseful for what he said. Also, Coach McMackin is scheduled to meet with me and the Chancellor of the University of Hawaii at Manoa later this morning.
I can't comment on disciplinary action or possible/pending disciplinary action for state employees, so I just can't say much in regard to that aspect of your email...
I appreciate you getting in touch with us and letting us know how you feel about this situation -- and I will take your thoughts and email into account as we move forward.
Thanks again for letting us know how you feel, and on behalf of the UH Athletic Department I again sincerely apologize for Coach McMackin's offensive statements.
Jim Donovan
Athletics Director
University of Hawaii at Manoa
1337 Lower Campus Rd., Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 956-7301
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