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USA Today
09-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Sixers draft history: Jerry Stackhouse selected No. 3 overall in 1995
Sixers draft history: Jerry Stackhouse selected No. 3 overall in 1995 With the NBA draft right around the corner, now is the time to look at some past drafts and see what the Philadelphia 76ers have done in their history. The Sixers have selected some big-time players in the past who have become an important part of the fabric of the franchise's history. This first edition rewinds the clocks back all the way to 1995. After a dreadful 24-58 season in 1994-95, the Sixers were given the No. 3 pick in the draft. In serious need of adding some talent, the Sixers selected Jerry Stackhouse, an athletic shooting guard out of North Carolina. He was an instant hit in Philadelphia. Stackhouse averaged 19.2 points, 3.9 assists, and 3.7 rebounds along with 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks as a rookie. For his efforts, he finished 4th in Rookie of the Year voting. The award would end going to Toronto Raptors guard Damon Stoudamire, but Stackhouse certainly had a terrific season and gave the Sixers some hope for the future. Stackhouse spent another season and a half in Philadelphia as he teamed up with 1996 pick Allen Iverson to form a fearsome duo in terms of scoring. However, the Sixers committed to Iverson for the long term and sent Stackhouse to the Detroit Pistons early in the 1997-98 season in exchange for Aaron McKie, Theo Ratliff, and a draft pick. He would eventually become a 2-time All-Star in Detroit. Overall, Stackhouse spent 2.5 seasons in Philadelphia and averaged 19.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.4 assists in 175 games for the franchise. He put together some solid performances and was able to put the ball in the basket for a Sixers team in a bit of a tough way at the time.
Global News
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Global News
Fired New Brunswick professor files lawsuit against Crandall University in Moncton
A religious studies professor who in 2023 was fired from a faith-based university for alleged sexual harassment has filed a lawsuit against the New Brunswick institution, claiming wrongful dismissal, defamation and privacy breaches. In a statement of claim, John G. Stackhouse alleges Crandall University in Moncton conducted a fundamentally flawed investigation that resulted in the public disclosure of allegations that damaged his reputation and that of his wife, Sarah-Jane Britton — a former student at the school. The investigation, conducted by the law firm Pink Larken, started in April 2023 after the university learned of anonymous social media posts accusing an unnamed school employee of inappropriate behaviour in 2020 and 2021. In a summary of his findings, investigator Joel Michaud alleged that Stackhouse's behaviour in the classroom included making sexist remarks and comments about people's looks. In Michaud's opinion, that behaviour constituted sexual harassment and bordered on abuse of authority. Story continues below advertisement As well, a review of dozens of emails found that Stackhouse engaged in 'inappropriate banter' with an unnamed female student for seven months. The report quotes a response from Stackhouse acknowledging the emails were 'inappropriate, unhealthy and unbecoming of a professor …. It cannot be defended.' The claim goes on to say Michaud's report wrongly alleges that like the other unnamed student, Britton was 'sexually groomed' by the tenured professor while she was a student. Michaud concluded the emails represented 'a classic case of grooming.' 'He was in a position of responsibility as a professor and also as an employer of (the student) and, in the view of the investigator, engaged in behaviour that constitutes sexual harassment,' Michaud's summary says. Stackhouse was placed on paid leave in July 2023. After the investigator presented his findings to the university's board of governors in November 2023, Stackhouse was dismissed. The liberal arts university, founded in 1949 by the Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada, has more than 1,400 students whose education is 'firmly rooted in the Christian faith.' Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Stackhouse's statement of claim, which includes Britton as a plaintiff, was filed in February 2024. It says the professor 'did not engage in any behaviour that constitutes just cause' for dismissal. As well, the document says he was never subjected to disciplinary action. Story continues below advertisement The claim says Michaud's report wrongly alleges that when Britton was a student at the university, she was 'sexually groomed' by the tenured professor. In an affidavit filed last month with the Court of King's Bench, Stackhouse confirmed that in the fall of 2022, he disclosed to the university that he was in a new relationship with a 'former, mature part-time student,' later identified as Britton. At the time, the professor was in the process of getting a divorce from his first wife. The document says Stackhouse and Britton had not started dating when she was enrolled as a student. And it says rumours about their relationship started circulating at the university in January 2023. 'Some students even complained to the administration, suggesting I was unfit to teach due to my relationship with a younger woman, although Ms. Britton was a divorced businesswoman and mother of four,' the affidavit says. Stackhouse and Britton were married in the summer of 2023. The professor's affidavit says no formal complaints were filed against him under the school's harassment policies. He alleges a faculty colleague was behind the anonymous social media posts that prompted the school's administration to launch a 'media-driven campaign' and investigation 'seemingly designed to appease complainants and protect Crandall University's image.' The affidavit states that shortly after Stackhouse was fired on Nov. 22, 2023, the university posted a statement on its website confirming his termination and sharing a summary of Michaud's findings, which included personal details and confidential information about an employment matter. Story continues below advertisement 'The publication (of the findings) … exposed Dr. Stackhouse and Britton to contempt, ridicule and hatred and was deliberately calculated to lower (their) reputation in the estimation of right-thinking persons.' 'The malicious, high-handed and arrogant conduct of Crandall University warrants an award of punitive or exemplary damages to ensure that Crandall University is appropriately punished for its conduct.' Stackhouse has since been unable to find new work as a professor, author, speaker or consultant, his statement of claim says. 'The conduct of Crandall University was intended to cause harm to Dr. Stackhouse,' the claim says, adding that, as a professor, he was earning $126,860 annually. In a statement of defence, the university alleges Stackhouse acknowledged that he needed to change the way he communicated with students in the classroom. The statement says the professor's demeanour in class created an unwelcoming environment for certain female students. The statement says that in March 2023, the university received complaints about inappropriate comments in the classroom that included comments that were offensive to female students. 'Dr. Stackhouse ought to have known that his antics and sense of humour were unwelcome and unappreciated,' the statement says. The statement of defence, filed on March 1, 2024, provides more details about the unnamed student who Stackhouse is accused of sexually grooming. It alleges the professor sent the student 78 emails, many of which included sexual connotations and described sexual fantasies. Story continues below advertisement As well, the statement says that Michaud's investigation concluded that Crandall, as a Christian university, should be concerned by the fact that one of its professors had started a romantic relationship with someone who had recently been a student and while still legally married to someone else. 'Crandall maintains that it had just and sufficient cause to terminate Dr. Stackhouse's employment, especially given its mission and values as a Christian-based university,' the statement of defence says. As for assertions that Stackhouse and Britton were defamed, the university says it did not post anything on its website that was not true. 'Crandall submits that the post (on the website) made by Crandall was necessary and in the public interest,' the statement says. 'It was important to share certain aspects of the (Michaud) report to ensure students and former students felt that their concerns were heard … and that Crandall was taking action.' None of the allegations in the documents has been tested in court. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 5, 2025.
Winnipeg Free Press
05-05-2025
- Winnipeg Free Press
Fired New Brunswick professor files lawsuit against Crandall University in Moncton
MONCTON – A religious studies professor who in 2023 was fired from a faith-based university for alleged sexual harassment has filed a lawsuit against the New Brunswick institution, claiming wrongful dismissal, defamation and privacy breaches. In a statement of claim, John G. Stackhouse alleges Crandall University in Moncton conducted a fundamentally flawed investigation that resulted in the public disclosure of allegations that damaged his reputation and that of his wife, Sarah-Jane Britton — a former student at the school. The investigation, conducted by the law firm Pink Larken, started in April 2023 after the university learned of anonymous social media posts accusing an unnamed school employee of inappropriate behaviour in 2020 and 2021. In a summary of his findings, investigator Joel Michaud alleged that Stackhouse's behaviour in the classroom included making sexist remarks and comments about people's looks. In Michaud's opinion, that behaviour constituted sexual harassment and bordered on abuse of authority. As well, a review of dozens of emails found that Stackhouse engaged in 'inappropriate banter' with an unnamed female student for seven months. The report quotes a response from Stackhouse acknowledging the emails were 'inappropriate, unhealthy and unbecoming of a professor …. It cannot be defended.' The claim goes on to say Michaud's report wrongly alleges that like the other unnamed student, Britton was 'sexually groomed' by the tenured professor while she was a student. Michaud concluded the emails represented 'a classic case of grooming.' 'He was in a position of responsibility as a professor and also as an employer of (the student) and, in the view of the investigator, engaged in behaviour that constitutes sexual harassment,' Michaud's summary says. Stackhouse was placed on paid leave in July 2023. After the investigator presented his findings to the university's board of governors in November 2023, Stackhouse was dismissed. The liberal arts university, founded in 1949 by the Canadian Baptists of Atlantic Canada, has more than 1,400 students whose education is 'firmly rooted in the Christian faith.' Stackhouse's statement of claim, which includes Britton as a plaintiff, was filed in February 2024. It says the professor 'did not engage in any behaviour that constitutes just cause' for dismissal. As well, the document says he was never subjected to disciplinary action. The claim says Michaud's report wrongly alleges that when Britton was a student at the university, she was 'sexually groomed' by the tenured professor. In an affidavit filed last month with the Court of King's Bench, Stackhouse confirmed that in the fall of 2022, he disclosed to the university that he was in a new relationship with a 'former, mature part-time student,' later identified as Britton. At the time, the professor was in the process of getting a divorce from his first wife. The document says Stackhouse and Britton had not started dating when she was enrolled as a student. And it says rumours about their relationship started circulating at the university in January 2023. 'Some students even complained to the administration, suggesting I was unfit to teach due to my relationship with a younger woman, although Ms. Britton was a divorced businesswoman and mother of four,' the affidavit says. Stackhouse and Britton were married in the summer of 2023. The professor's affidavit says no formal complaints were filed against him under the school's harassment policies. He alleges a faculty colleague was behind the anonymous social media posts that prompted the school's administration to launch a 'media-driven campaign' and investigation 'seemingly designed to appease complainants and protect Crandall University's image.' The affidavit states that shortly after Stackhouse was fired on Nov. 22, 2023, the university posted a statement on its website confirming his termination and sharing a summary of Michaud's findings, which included personal details and confidential information about an employment matter. 'The publication (of the findings) … exposed Dr. Stackhouse and Britton to contempt, ridicule and hatred and was deliberately calculated to lower (their) reputation in the estimation of right-thinking persons.' 'The malicious, high-handed and arrogant conduct of Crandall University warrants an award of punitive or exemplary damages to ensure that Crandall University is appropriately punished for its conduct.' Stackhouse has since been unable to find new work as a professor, author, speaker or consultant, his statement of claim says. 'The conduct of Crandall University was intended to cause harm to Dr. Stackhouse,' the claim says, adding that, as a professor, he was earning $126,860 annually. In a statement of defence, the university alleges Stackhouse acknowledged that he needed to change the way he communicated with students in the classroom. The statement says the professor's demeanour in class created an unwelcoming environment for certain female students. The statement says that in March 2023, the university received complaints about inappropriate comments in the classroom that included comments that were offensive to female students. 'Dr. Stackhouse ought to have known that his antics and sense of humour were unwelcome and unappreciated,' the statement says. The statement of defence, filed on March 1, 2024, provides more details about the unnamed student who Stackhouse is accused of sexually grooming. It alleges the professor sent the student 78 emails, many of which included sexual connotations and described sexual fantasies. As well, the statement says that Michaud's investigation concluded that Crandall, as a Christian university, should be concerned by the fact that one of its professors had started a romantic relationship with someone who had recently been a student and while still legally married to someone else. 'Crandall maintains that it had just and sufficient cause to terminate Dr. Stackhouse's employment, especially given its mission and values as a Christian-based university,' the statement of defence says. Sundays Kevin Rollason's Sunday newsletter honouring and remembering lives well-lived in Manitoba. As for assertions that Stackhouse and Britton were defamed, the university says it did not post anything on its website that was not true. 'Crandall submits that the post (on the website) made by Crandall was necessary and in the public interest,' the statement says. 'It was important to share certain aspects of the (Michaud) report to ensure students and former students felt that their concerns were heard … and that Crandall was taking action.' None of the allegations in the documents has been tested in court. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 5, 2025. — By Michael MacDonald in Halifax
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Georgia DT Drops Three-Word Message After Signing With Packers
The Green Bay Packers had only eight selections in the 2025 NFL Draft, the fewest in the Brian Gutekunst era. Therefore, it was reasonable to anticipate they would be active in undrafted free agency to fill the remaining roster spots. As of May 2, the Packers have signed 10 undrafted free agents. Two players were potential draft picks, while another pair were Wisconsin natives. The group includes three offensive linemen, two running backs, and three defensive backs. Advertisement One of these players is a defensive tackle from Georgia, who The Athletic's Dane Brugler had projected as a Day 3 pick. Despite going undrafted, he shared a positive three-word message on social media after signing with Green Bay. Georgia DL Nazir Stackhouse (DL34) goes through drills at the 2025 NFL Combine.© Kirby Lee-Imagn Images "Delayed not denied," Nazir Stackhouse said on X after Day 3 of the NFL Draft. He went on to sign with the Packers hours later. Stackhouse developed into a consistent contributor over five seasons at Georgia. After seeing limited action as a reserve in 2020 and 2021, he became a full-time starter in 2022, earning second-team All-SEC honors while helping the Bulldogs win another national title. Advertisement He repeated that honor in 2023, starting all 14 games and recording 24 tackles, three tackles for loss, two sacks, and an interception. In his final season in 2024, Stackhouse played in 14 games with 13 starts, posting 27 tackles, a tackle for loss, and a pass breakup. Stackhouse needs development as a pass rusher, but he is a reliable run defender. He earned an 83.1 run defense grade from PFF in his final season at Georgia. With T.J. Slaton—Green Bay's best interior run stopper—gone in free agency, Stackhouse could have a shot at carving out a role early. One of the lessons Super Bowl LIX taught is how valuable it is to have depth along the defensive line. The Packers should see some real competition to back up Devonte Wyatt and Kenny Clark. Fans should not sleep on Stackhouse—he has the tools to become a reliable run-stuffer in this league. Under proper coaching, he could develop into a starting-caliber player in the front seven. Related: The Packers Found A Versatile Defensive Steal Late In the 2025 NFL Draft Related: Packers Rookie Can't Hide His Admiration For Aaron Rodgers
USA Today
27-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Packers signing Kentucky LB Jamon Dumas-Johnson as UDFA following 2025 draft
Packers signing Kentucky LB Jamon Dumas-Johnson as UDFA following 2025 draft In addition to signing undrafted Georgia defensive lineman Nazir Stackhouse, who had a draftable grade for many evaluators entering the 2025 draft, the Green Bay Packers are also signing Kentucky linebacker Jamon Dumas-Johnson, another defensive player who many believed would be drafted on Day 3 but went undrafted on Saturday. The combination of Stackhouse and Dumas-Johnson as undrafted free agent signings quickly makes the Packers' 8-player draft class feel a lot like a 10-player class. While Stackhouse could compete right away for a job as a backup nose tackle on the 53-man roster, Dumas-Johnson (6-0, 236) will be a player to watch at off-ball linebacker this summer. A Georgia transfer who played with both Stackhouse and sixth-round pick Warren Brinson, Dumas-Johnson won two national titles and was a first-team All-American over three seasons in Athens before transferring to Kentucky for the 2024 season. As a freshman, Dumas-Johnson played behind Packers first-round pick Quay Walker at linebacker. In 2022, Dumas-Johnson started all 15 games for Georgia and produced 70 tackles, 9.0 tackles for loss, 4.0 sacks and a forced fumble -- earning him All-American honors. He suffered a forearm injury in 2023 and played in only nine games before departing via the transfer portal to Kentucky, where he played in 11 games and was the team leader in tackles while also producing 7.0 tackles for loss and 3.5 sacks in 2024. According to Pro Football Focus, Dumas-Johnson created 52 pressures as a pass-rusher and 99 stops over four seasons, including 26 pressures and 40 stops during his dazzling 2022 season. Disruption is in his football DNA. Missed tackles have been a problem -- 34 total and a 15.5 percent miss rate. Dumas-Johnson didn't work out at the combine because of an injury but did run the 40-yard dash in 4.60 seconds, hit 37.5" in the vertical leap and cover 10-6 in the broad jump while doing 16 reps on the bench press at Kentucky's pro day. The Packers are in good shape at linebacker, especially after adding fifth-round pick Collin Oliver, who is expected to be a duo edge rusher and off-ball linebacker. But Dumas-Johnson has the traits, experience and athleticism to fight for a roster spot at a deep position. Lance Zierlein of thought Dumas-Johnson had a chance to be a sixth-round pick. Zierlein's scouting report: "Inside linebacker with decent career production but a disappointing lack of consistency on his 2024 tape. The Georgia transfer frequently looked listless at Kentucky. He was inefficient in his read-and-react and encountered too many squared blocks. He flashes know-how and an ability to track near the line of scrimmage. Dumas-Johnson lacks speed and explosiveness to range from sideline to sideline, though. He's average as a third-down option, so he might need to become a special-teams standout to stick on a squad as a potential Day 3 pick." Dane Brugler's scouting report: "With his quick trigger downhill, Dumas-Johnson sees the field well as a run defender and comes to balance on the move to avoid blockers or make stops. However, he doesn't have the explosiveness to be a true sideline-to-sideline chaser and will be targeted in man coverage by dynamic backs and tight ends. Overall, Dumas-Johnson is sound in his run fits and competes with a confident, physical edge, but he will need to prove he won't be a liability in coverage to see significant defensive snaps. He has the skill set of a potential role player and special-teamer."
