Hamilton banned for five matches
Actions deemed "unsporting conduct" follows Glenavon's game with Coleraine last month
Glenavon boss Gary Hamilton has been hit with a five-match ban.
If follows alleged incidents during the Lurgan Blues’ game at the Coleraine Showgrounds on Feburary 10.
In a statement released late last night, the IFA Disciplinary Committee said Hamilton’s suspension related to “unsporting conduct”.
However he was cleared of assaulting fourth official, Peter McGrath, during the 1-1 draw in which he was sent off.
The IFA statement said: “The IFA Disciplinary Committee having considered all written and verbal submissions, including footage supplied by both parties, felt that the actions of Mr Hamilton did not amount to assault against Mr McGrath and therefore found that the charge of Article 18.14 was not proven. The Disciplinary Committee however, were content that Mr Hamilton’s actions were of unsporting conduct and issued a 5 match suspension against Article 18.13.
“Mr Hamilton’s suspension will commence on Monday, 12 March."