Smith Waived, Adair Resigns

Toronto Cuts Connecticut Native; Former Brown Coach Leaves Clemson

June 18, 2009

Toronto FC of MLS have waived 22-year old striker Johann Smith.

A Hartford native, Smith signed as a free agent last August and had one assist in 14 matches. Smith signed a contract with Bolton three years ago but failed to stick with Wanderers and moved on to Carlisle United, Darlington and Stockport County before being released and signing with MLS.

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More than two months after his arrest for allegedly assaulting his two daughters and placement on leave of absence, Clemson University men�s soccer coach Trevor Adair has resigned.

�After a great deal of thought and prayer,� Adair said in a statement released by the school, �I believe the time is right to pursue other opportunities in coaching and to help transition the Clemson program to new leadership.�

According to published reports, the 48-year old Adair, former men�s soccer coach at Brown, was released on a $10,000 personal recognizance bond after being charged with two counts of assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature.

Reports say police responded to reports of a fight and were told by witnesses that Adair struck his two daughters several times, causing minor injuries, according to published reports.

Adair has a 208-115-33 record in 18 seasons as a head coach at Brown and Clemson. He led the Tigers to the 2005 Men�s College Cup semifinals and five appearances in the NCAA Division I quarterfinals.

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