Ohio wrestling coach faces charges after altercation with referee turns violent

Ohio lawmakers continue to push for bill protecting sports officials after recent altercation

A recent video of a youth wrestling coach appearing to punch a referee at a Northeast Ohio youth wrestling tournament has a state lawmaker doubling down on his push for a bill that would increase penalties for those who attack sports officials.

Coach assaults referee at North Olmsted wrestling tournament

William Dies, 38, was cited for disorderly conduct after lunging at a referee during a youth wrestling tournament Sunday. The incident was captured on surveillance video.

Ohio wrestling coach faces charges after altercation with referee turns violent

A coach faces charges after an altercation involving a referee turned violent during a local youth sporting event.