Lisbon's superintendent of schools said he told the coach his contract would not be renewed, as independent investigators determined a culture of hazing exists within the football team.

Some parents who spoke during a School Committee meeting expressed frustration toward the superintendent for how the matter was handled.

In that email, the school's superintendent explained that he and the athletic director met with coach Chris Kates in December to discuss his employment following the school’s investigation into the hazing claims.

The coach of a football team in Lisbon embroiled in a hazing scandal will not be returning next season. Lisbon Superintendent Richard Green confirmed the high school will be hiring a new head coach to replace Chris Kates.

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