J. D. Hartung
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June 20, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

BOND SHYMANSKY – Public Comment / Press Release:

Former University of Iowa Head Women’s Volleyball Coach Bond Shymansky acknowledges that an
NCAA violation was committed when he provided financial assistance to a team member during the
summer of 2017 to cover her rent.
Coach Shymansky:
“For the past month I have cooperated with the University’s request to remain silent regarding the
underlying basis for my suspension. Now that I have been terminated, it is time to shed light on the
details and end any wild speculation.
I did not discriminate against, abuse, or harass anyone – and there has never been an allegation of
sexual misconduct against me. In an act of compassion, I advanced funds to cover a young woman’s
unanticipated summer expenses in 2017. She came to Iowa City expecting to be on full scholarship, but
when that status changed, she had nowhere else to turn. I have prided myself on running an NCAA
compliant program. However, I understand that I didn’t “do it right” by NCAA standards in this one
instance and I am prepared to accept whatever sanction is deemed appropriate by the NCAA.
I was born and raised a “Hawkeye” and wish to stay a part of this great community. I know big things
are in store for Coach Brown and the rest of the exceptional young women in our volleyball program. As
a man of faith, I humbly apologize to anyone that my actions may have negatively impacted, and look
forward to the next chapter in my life.”

Questions or comments should be directed to Bond Shymansky’s legal counsel at the letterhead
address.