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Georgetown Coach Suspended After Water Bottle Incident

12/23/2025

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Georgetown Hoyas men's basketball coach Ed Cooley has been suspended for one game after throwing a water bottle that struck a child during the Xavier game.
The incident followed Georgetown's 80-77 loss on Saturday, when Cooley acted in frustration.
Georgetown athletic director Lee Reed said the actions did not meet the expected standards for coaches.
Associate head coach Jeff Battle will lead the team against Coppin State in Cooley's absence.

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Georgetown Hoyas men's basketball coach Ed Cooley has been suspended for one game after throwing a water bottle that struck a child during the Xavier game.
The incident followed Georgetown's 80-77 loss on Saturday, when Cooley acted in frustration.
Georgetown athletic director Lee Reed said the actions did not meet the expected standards for coaches.
Associate head coach Jeff Battle will lead the team against Coppin State in Cooley's absence.