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Queens Coach Fights Suspension Amid Recruiting Allegations
1/17/2026
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Story summary
- Ron Naclerio, 68, a Queens high school basketball coach, faces a legal battle over alleged recruiting violations tied to his suspension.
- He has coached 51 years and is two wins from tying the New York City record.
- He secured a restraining order to return to coaching after being suspended on December 3.
- Naclerio's principal issued a two-game suspension, citing a lapse in judgment.
- His lawyer says the allegations are unfounded.
