We’ve covered our fair share of bad coaches, from the pervy to the twisted to the downright douchey. But something about this story takes the cake. Gary Hamby, an assistant coach and phys ed teacher in South Carolina was arrested and fired for stealing $20 from a student’s wallet.
(If you see this man, feel free to spit.)
If that’s not the worst person in the world, I don’t know who is. I bet he kicked puppies out of the way to get to the wallet, and then pretended to give the $20 to a homeless man before snatching it back.
Read the gruesome details of the crime of the century, after the jump.
The student, at Seneca High School in Seneca, S.C., gave his wallet to a gym teacher for safekeeping during class. That teacher, Bob Mauro, noted the wallet had $36 in it, but when he went to retrieve it for the student, it only had $16. Let’s go to the videotape!
School surveillance video reviewed by the authorities shows Mauro placed the wallet into the file cabinet, turned off the lights and walked out of the office. The incident report states the video then shows Hamby entering the room, thumbing through the wallet in the filing cabinet, removing a bill and placing it in his pocket before putting the wallet back into the cabinet.
Jesus Christ, that’s low. I know teachers don’t make enough money, but I’m betting their 16-year-old students make less.
Hamby was placed under arrest for petit larceny after Seneca Police obtained a warrant. Hamby waived his Miranda rights, was booked and later released on $1,000 bond.
“The school district does not discuss personnel matters, but this person is no longer associated with the district,” said Kay Powell, School District of Oconee County director of the office of school and community relations.
1:45 pm on January 31st, 2009
ptui!
1:21 pm on February 22nd, 2010
What a piece of crap. What ever happened to his poor wife and kids?
1:19 pm on August 11th, 2010
I cant believe another school would hire a thief and a liar. Especially one that stole from the students. What a loser.
9:24 am on August 21st, 2010
He was heavily addicted to pain pills, a result from many years of playing football, colllege and arena. Coach Hamby didn’t stand on the sidelines, he was the hardest player on the field, and had many injuries as a result. No one ever plans to become an addict. I heard he’s been through rehab and changed his life, which is great because he is an awesome coach. As his former student, he always made me push farther and worker harder. I will always be thankful for my time with Coach Hamby.
8:15 pm on September 16th, 2010
Now he is teaching at Carolina HS - nice they just move the sleeze bags around!
9:03 am on October 2nd, 2010
He’s not a sleeze bag, nor a loser. He’s my husband of seven months and is a new man. Gary had an addiction to loratab, which started out mild, but eventually grew to an extreme amount. Yes, it was from many years of playing football and many injuries, but that still doesn’t justify it. Unless you have had a close experience yourself with addiction or are a loved one of an addict, you won’t understand the mental and physical attributes that impear judgement and drive one to do anything possible to get more. But that still doesn’t justify it. Getting caught is what saved G’s life, since he was close to overdosing. He has completed extensive programs and completely changed his life. He has many, many regrets from his horrible choices, and now wants to help others that have similar issues. He has a passion for football and strength training, and has a gift for motivating his football players beyond their own mental limits. He has a huge heart, a hard work ethic, and a desire for God’s greatness. I know people judge him for his past, but I ask that people to allow someone to make a change and become a better person. I love him more than life, and have enjoyed watching God use him in the lives of young men at CHS. He is truely an amazing coach….just ask his players at Carolina High School.
11:23 pm on October 30th, 2010
So glad I could chime in right here. I am one of his players from Carolina High School. And like Joy said, he’s one of the best men I have ever met. He’s always encouraged me to do my best, and never gave up on me. Even when I was feeling tired, and thinking there was no sense in going back on the field, he pushed me past my limits, and sent me out to give the quarterback hell. Regardless of what he did, he’s the best coach I’ve ever had, and he brings a new hype to Carolina, that we’ve been missing for years. I’m very grateful that he was employed by my school. Unfortunately, because of conflicts with my schedule, I won’t be able to play football next year, and I hate that I’ll be missing the opportunity to spend more time practicing under his leadership.
10:08 am on November 2nd, 2010
My question is still up in arms. No one cared to mention his 3 children. Where are they now? He had a family last I heard. NOW what? A new wife? PLEASE. What a sucker.
10:11 am on November 2nd, 2010
Oh and by the way. Lortab is spelled LORTAB and it doesnt make you lose weight. You trade LORTAB for the things that make you lose weight!
10:03 am on November 3rd, 2010
This Man made a huge impact on my sons life when he took money from him! My son struggled to work and be involved in football. His passion was footbal as well. I have since seen this “man” at a recent football game. In absolute shock that he is working at yet another HS. Best of luck to the poor lives he will impact there. Count your money and your PILLS! Lortab to my knowledge makes you gain weight. Might want to check what he traded the “tabs’ for! Who cares about HIS rehab. He wasnt even punished for his crimes.
1:39 pm on March 4th, 2011
Nice looking man. Probably a good coach. Easy to turn his head. Married or not. I KNOW. lol
12:02 am on May 30th, 2011
Gary is a good man who seems to have gotten caught up with a personal issue. It is no doubt unacceptable but we’ve all had rough times. I can tell you from personal experience that there is no better friend or person you’ d want on the field with you then Gary Hamby. He’s a true leader that has a great passion for developing solid athletes through the great sport we call football. Way to get back in the ring Hambone where you belong. Be strong my brother.
-J. Montee 97
8:23 am on May 30th, 2011
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4:40 pm on August 7th, 2011
If he is such a great guy. Why did he give up his kids? That doesnt constitute a MAN where I come from. Especially because of a controlling bi#ch.
11:56 pm on October 26th, 2011
What a loser. At Carolina now. Ask for pics of his three children.
11:59 pm on October 26th, 2011
Ask to see pics of his three children. What a dic#.