[14] Wallace confronted Donaghy after the game, screaming obscenities and, according to Donaghy, threatening him. During the main event of Major League Wrestling’s … Instead, the 53-year-old former official has agreed to appear as a … [33] On June 19, 2008, the NBA filed a demand that Donaghy reimburse the league for the costs of his airfare and meals, complimentary game tickets, and other expenses, including $750 in shoes. Tampa Bay Buccaneers appeared to flood the streets of Tampa on Sunday night following the team's Super Bowl LV win. A few years ago Tim Donaghy was exposed for conspiring to fix NBA games as part of a betting scandal. Tim Donaghy already brought the sort of crooked, scripted outcomes professional wrestling loves to the NBA -- and lost his job and went to jail. His newest employer, Major League Wrestling, thrives on those sort of shenanigans. Disgraced NBA referee Tim Donaghy is making his return to officiating, but it won’t be basketball games. Donaghy resigned from the league on July 9, 2007,[4] after reports of an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for allegations that he bet on games that he officiated during his last two seasons and that he made calls that affected the point spread in those games. Now reborn as a handicapper-turned-pro-wrestling-referee, Donaghy … During Wednesday's episode of Major League Wrestling's "Fusion," Donaghy made his … "[21] He called the scandal a "wakeup call that says you can't be complacent. A A 4 New MLW official Tim Donaghy recently spoke with Forbes to discuss his debut with the promotion, and how the NBA betting scandal that sent him to jail for 15 years is finally behind him. Donaghy went on to plead guilty to two felony conspiracy charges, and was later sentenced to 15 months in prison. Donaghy was fined $500,000 and will also have to pay at least $30,000 in restitution. He prevented longtime fan favorite Savio Vega from winning a Caribbean Strap match against Richard Holliday, instead taking advantage of his position and helping Holliday to victory. They have four daughters. “Pro wrestling is entertainment, and I always joked the NBA was a form of entertainment and I compared it a little bit to pro wrestling behind the scenes,” Donaghy said to … Only this time, he was in the squared circle. Tim Donaghy already brought the sort of crooked, scripted outcomes professional wrestling loves to the NBA -- and lost his job and went to jail. [35], According to the Associated Press, Andrew Thomas, the former county attorney for Maricopa County, Arizona, asked the NBA and FBI if Donaghy intentionally miscalled two Phoenix Suns road playoff games. The book was released in December 2009. "[39], On July 29, 2008, Donaghy was sentenced in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York[40] to 15 months in prison for his participation in the gambling scandal. [29] Another high school friend of Donaghy, Thomas Martino, acted as the middle man. [20] It was revealed that Donaghy, who has a gambling problem, placed tens of thousands of dollars in bets on games during the 2005–06 and 2006–07 season and had been approached by low-level mob associates to work on a gambling scheme. NBA referee Tim Donaghy of gambling scandal fame debuts as pro-wrestling ‘crooked’ ref clutchpoints.com - Marty Fenn. He also said that the affair could potentially be "one of the most damaging scandals in the history of American sports. Says that the betting scandal is finally behind him: Tim Donaghy made his professional wrestling debut on Wednesday night, playing the role of the crooked referee. On Wednesday, Tim Donaghy, who was sentenced to 15 months in federal prison on July 29, 2008, after pleading guilty to conspiracy to engage in wire fraud and transmitting wagering information through interstate commerce, made his professional wrestling as a crooked referee on MLW Fusion.. During the main event, Donaghy played the role of a corrupt referee, preventing fan favorite … Highlights from the interview can be found below. Donaghy and Major League Wrestling have reached a deal that will see the 53-year-old return to officiating. The book was to have covered his NBA career, described his dealings with the "underworld" during the betting scandal, and explained how he would determine the winning team in the games he refereed. The fix is in! Donaghy revealed while talking with SI, that he would like to extend his partnership with MLW. After serving out his sentence, he was released on November 4, 2009. The gambling rules were revised to allow referees to engage in several forms of betting but not on sports. Donaghy made his debut for Major League Wrestling this week in nefarious fashion. During the Timothy Francis Donaghy (/ˈdɒnəɡi/; born January 7, 1967)[2] is a former professional basketball referee who worked in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for 13 seasons from 1994 to 2007. [44] Donaghy found a new publisher, VTi-Group, willing to release the book, which was renamed Personal Foul: A First-Person Account of the Scandal That Rocked the NBA. In an alliance that almost makes too much sense, to the point where it’s … [53] On May 4, 2014, the Nets eliminated the Raptors after winning game seven of the series by a point. [22], While the league devotes significant resources to monitor officials' performance, it found out about the affair only when the FBI stumbled upon Donaghy in the midst of a broader organized crime investigation. "Pro wrestling is entertainment, and I always joked the NBA was a form of entertainment and I compared it a little bit to pro wrestling behind the scenes," Donaghy said, per Sports Illustrated. Alfred […] [1][3] According to the National Basketball Referee's Association, Donaghy participated and earned All-Catholic and All-Delaware County honors in baseball and All-Delaware County honors in basketball during high school,[2] but then-Villanova baseball coach George Bennett contends that Donaghy did not play on the varsity team and that no records indicate that he was selected to the All-Catholic team in baseball or named to the All-Delaware County basketball team. A new MLW official, Tim Donaghy, recently spoke with Forbes for an interview covering all things pro wrestling. Donaghy was the latest wrestling ref to side with the bad guy and used underhanded tactics against Savio Vega to pull off the illegitimate victory. In the federal prison camp in Pensacola, Florida, Donaghy started to write his memoir, Blowing the Whistle: The Culture of Fraud in the NBA. He also lost his job and went to jail. The bell rang at the end of the Caribbean Strap match and Donaghy raised the hand of the cocksure co-conspirator Richard Holliday. He was sentenced to 15 months in prison in 2008 on gambling charges for betting on NBA games. “I was a little out of my comfort zone, but I think it went well.”. Donaghy was the latest wrestling ref to side with the bad guy and used underhanded tactics against Savio Vega to pull off the illegitimate victory. The Daily News reported that at his friends' request, Donaghy passed word about the crews working the games on which they planned to bet. In total, he received $30,000 to pass inside information to the bookies. “Whatever they need me … New MLW official Tim Donaghy recently spoke with Forbes to discuss his debut with the promotion, and how the NBA betting scandal that sent him to jail for 15 years is finally behind him. “Wrestling is a form of entertainment, and I’m having fun with it,” Donaghy says. Donaghy was the latest wrestling ref to side with the bad guy and used underhanded tactics against Savio Vega to pull off the illegitimate victory. Tim Donaghy made his pro wrestling debut as, fittingly, a ref with an ulterior motive. The NBA claimed Donaghy owes it $1.4 million, including $577,000 of his pay and benefits over four seasons, plus hefty legal fees and other expenses related to an internal investigation. He also claims that in November 2007 a man claiming to be an associate of the New York Mafia struck Donaghy with a paint roller extension bar, resulting in injuries to his knee and leg which required surgery. [37] Stern denied the accusations, calling Donaghy a "singing, cooperating witness". The book was to have covered his NBA career, described his dealings with the "underworld" during the betting scandal, and explained how he would determine the winning team in the games he refereed. The appearance for MLW marked his first time wearing those signature referee stripes since 2007, and he is open to extending his partnership with MLW. "[41] His lawyer, John Lauro, asked for probation, but the request was denied. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, pleaded guilty to two federal charges related to gambling. A few years ago Tim Donaghy was exposed for conspiring to fix NBA games as part of a betting scandal. [43], In the federal prison camp in Pensacola, Florida, Donaghy started to write his memoir, Blowing the Whistle: The Culture of Fraud in the NBA. The fix is in! Judge Amon noted she held Donaghy "more culpable" than his two co-conspirators and added, "Without Mr. Donaghy, there was no scheme. [3] During his career in the NBA, Donaghy officiated in 772 regular season games and 20 playoff games.[3]. Tim Donaghy made his professional wrestling debut on Wednesday night, playing the role of the crooked referee. Prosecutors also said that Donaghy bet on games himself. Sherman: “I still have a lot that I want to accomplish and I think I can go out there and help a defense come together.”. The bell rang at … [38] Federal authorities investigated Donaghy's claims and found no evidence to support them. Except for the fans. His newest employer, Major League Wrestling, thrives on those sort of shenanigans. But there is a difference between telling the truth and believing you’re telling the truth and finding out later that a number of the allegations don’t hold any water. Tim Donaghy already brought the sort of crooked, scripted outcomes professional wrestling loves to the NBA -- and lost his job and went to jail. [42], As a result of the betting scandal, Stern revised the guidelines on the behavior of NBA referees during the Board of Governors' meeting in 2007. [17][18][19], On July 20, 2007, columnist Murray Weiss of the New York Post reported an investigation by the FBI into allegations of an NBA referee betting on games and controlling the point spread. [6] He served 11 months in a federal prison camp in Pensacola, Florida, and the remainder of his sentence in a halfway house,[7][8] but was sent back to prison in August for violating his release terms. According to Justin Barrasso of … It’s the middle of … Tim Donaghy already brought the sort of crooked, scripted outcomes professional wrestling loves to the NBA — and lost his job and went to jail. On Wednesday, Tim Donaghy, who was sentenced to 15 months in federal prison on July 29, 2008, after pleading guilty to conspiracy to engage in wire fraud and transmitting wagering information through interstate commerce, made his professional wrestling as a crooked referee on MLW Fusion.. During the main event, Donaghy played the role of a corrupt referee, … faux photographs Tim Donaghy has discovered his manner again to the world of the commerce. His lawyer and his ex-wife both insisted that Donaghy should not have been taken into custody, as he was allowed to visit the center to rehabilitate his injured knee. Tim Donaghy already brought the sort of crooked, scripted outcomes professional wrestling loves to the NBA. The Daily News also learned that the bookies in the scandal were two high school classmates of Donaghy's who embellished their mob ties. In a letter to Stern, Rush indicated that he might call a hearing "should the facts warrant public scrutiny." Tim Donaghy already brought the sort of crooked, scripted outcomes professional wrestling loves to the NBA -- and lost his job and went to jail. Tim Donaghy already brought the sort of crooked, scripted outcomes professional wrestling loves to the NBA -- and lost his job and went to jail. Tim Donaghy already brought the sort of crooked, scripted outcomes professional wrestling loves to the NBA -- and lost his job and went to jail.His newest employer, Major League Wrestling, thrives on those sort of shenanigans.The fix is in!That’s just fine this time around for MLW and Donaghy, the disgraced former NBA referee who pulled on the pinstripes and made his ring Donaghy's attorney said that he was "just trying to be a good dad. [9] His father, Gerry Donaghy, was a referee at the highest levels of NCAA men's basketball for a long time. Tim knew Referees A and F to be 'company men', always acting in the interest of the NBA, and that night, it was in the NBA's interest to add another game to the series. In addition, all referees had admitted to engaging in some form of gambling. Day’Ron Sharpe and Armando Bacot were caught "partying without masks" after North Carolina beat Duke, according to Stadium's Jeff Goodman. By Mark Lugris Oct 21, 2020. [45][46], Donaghy claims that while imprisoned, he was attacked and threatened. Cheerleading director Jamilla Keene has been removed from her position, according to WUSA's Darren Haynes. Tim Donaghy playing the role of a referee, fixing a result so that one side wins over the other. From expensive veterans to roster needs and franchise tag options, both Super Bowl participants have tough decisions to make on the road back. “It got a little more physical than I expected, but it was definitely exciting. Donaghy went on to plead guilty to two felony conspiracy charges, and was later sentenced to 15 months in prison. Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images After Tim Donaghy, former NBA referee, debuted in MLW to help Richard Holliday defeat Savio Vega in a Caribbean Strap Match, Donaghy spoke to Forbes about the scandal that sent him to prison for 15 months and how he intends to become a full-time referee for Major League Wrestling. "[25], Earlier that day, federal sources told the New York Daily News that Donaghy would surrender to the FBI and plead guilty to gambling charges. Donaghy could have faced up to 33 months, but Judge Carol Amon reduced his sentence to 15 months (two 15-month terms served concurrently, followed by 3 years of supervised release) in exchange for his co-operation. Shamed former NBA referee Tim Donaghy spoke with Dan Gelston of the AP regarding his new role as a Major League Wrestling referee. [23] NBA Commissioner David Stern said in a statement, "We would like to assure our fans that no amount of effort, time or personnel is being spared to assist in this investigation, to bring to justice an individual who has betrayed the most sacred trust in professional sports, and to take the necessary steps to protect against this ever happening again. Donaghy sued VTi-Group, the publisher of his memoir, for not paying him. Tim Donaghy already brought the sort of crooked, scripted outcomes professional wrestling loves to the NBA — and lost his job and went to jail. [34] A judge delayed sentencing to allow for more time to decide how much restitution Donaghy and two co-conspirators should pay the NBA for their roles in the betting scandal. Donaghy was the latest wrestling ref to side with the bad guy and used underhanded tactics against Savio Vega to pull off the illegitimate victory. The bell rang at the end of the Caribbean Strap match and Donaghy raised the hand of the cocksure co-conspirator Richard Holliday. Born in the Philadelphia suburb of Havertown, Pennsylvania, Donaghy attended Cardinal O'Hara High School in Springfield, Pennsylvania[3] along with three other NBA referees: Joe Crawford, Mike Callahan, and Ed Malloy. Donaghy was sentenced to 15 months in federal prison on July 29, 2008. [7][8] FBI SSA (ret.) [12], Before officiating in the NBA, Donaghy spent five years officiating in Pennsylvania [2] high school basketball and seven seasons in the Continental Basketball Association (CBA), and he was the head official for the 1993 CBA All-Star Game. That’s just fine this time around for MLW and Donaghy, the disgraced former NBA […] Mere minutes before the main event, MLW.com reported a suspicious surge in activity betting on the Caribbean Strap Match. Former NBA referee Tim Donaghy is back in pinstripes. Well, it played out once again earlier this week, except everyone was in on it. Donaghy's lawyer said that this was the league trying to retaliate against Donaghy for his misconduct. “Wrestling is a form of entertainment, and I’m having fun with it,” Donaghy says. During the main event of Major League Wrestling’s Fusion, Donaghy—the former NBA official who pleaded guilty to two federal charges related to gambling in August 2007—played the role of a corrupt official. Said Scala, "If organized crime wanted to hurt Donaghy, he wouldn't be around today. Donaghy was arrested on December 22, 2017 for aggravated assault. Everyone was very helpful and professional, and I hope I’m part of it again.”. Tim Donaghy, the disgraced former NBA referee who was found guilty of betting on matches he officiated between 2005 and 2007, has made a comeback as a corrupt referee in Wednesday’s Fusion episode, the Major League Wrestling‘s weekly TV program. [48][49], On November 4, 2009, Donaghy was released from prison in Hernando County after serving out the remainder of his sentence.[50]. Tim Donaghy already brought the sort of crooked, scripted outcomes professional wrestling loves to the NBA — and lost his job and went to jail. 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Disgraced NBA referee Tim Donaghy made his debut in a new sport Tuesday night when he appeared on an episode of Major League Wrestling’s (MLW's) "Fusion." His … The fix is in! This story has played out before. Tim Donaghy already brought the sort of crooked, scripted outcomes professional wrestling loves to the NBA -- and lost his job and went to jail. He reportedly claimed to be "the butler" to visiting reporters and turned his sprinklers on a freelance photographer for the New York Times when he got too close. Tim Donaghy already introduced such a crooked, scripted results skilled wrestling likes to the NBA — and misplaced his activity and went to prison. [30], Donaghy specifically admitted to passing information about two games during the 2006–07 season. Yadier Molina has spent all of his 17 MLB seasons with the Cardinals, tallying nine All-Star appearances and nine Gold Gloves. Donaghy also promised to "discuss the relationship that players, coaches and referees have with each other." Former NBA referee Tim Donaghy is back in pinstripes. [3] His uniform number was 21. The letter states that Donaghy "learned from Referee A that Referees A and F wanted to extend the series to seven games. [2], During a 2003 regular-season game, Donaghy called a technical foul on Rasheed Wallace, then playing with the Portland Trail Blazers, for throwing a ball at another official during a game. "[47], Donaghy was released from prison after serving 11 months and was due to finish his sentence in a recovery house near Tampa, Florida, where he was to be treated for his gambling addiction, as mandated by the court. https://www.si.com/wrestling/2021/01/28/tim-donaghy-mlw-debut-crooked-ref He was released on $5,000 bond and given an arraignment, scheduled for January 19, 2018. [3] Donaghy was a participant in the NBA's Read to Achieve program, for which he participated in an event at the Universal Charter school during the 2002 NBA Finals. Donaghy appeared to help Holliday win the match … His newest employer, The fix is … In a letter to Stern and FBI Director Robert Mueller, Thomas said that Donaghy's conduct may have violated Arizona criminal law, and could face charges there. "[7] The book was due to be published in October 2009. “Pro wrestling is entertainment, and I always joked the NBA was a form of entertainment and I compared it a little bit to pro wrestling behind the scenes,” Donaghy said to Sports Illustrated. Tim Donaghy already brought the sort of crooked, scripted outcomes professional wrestling loves to the NBA -- and lost his job and went to jail. In June 2012, a jury found VTi liable for breach of contract. His newest employer, Major League Wrestling, thrives on those sort of shenanigans. About this, AUSA Jeffrey Goldberg told the court, "we’ve never taken the position that Mr. Donaghy has lied to us. Ex-NBA referee Tim Donaghy, who was sentenced to 15 months in prison in 2008 on gambling charges for betting on NBA games, has been tapped to referee an upcoming storyline for MLW. Donaghy was the latest wrestling ref to side with the bad guy and used underhanded tactics against Savio Vega to pull off the illegitimate victory. Donaghy was featured in the 2016 released documentary film Dirty Games - The dark side of sports.[54]. [27], At his home in Bradenton, Donaghy did not initially comment on his situation. Donaghy initially received $2,000 per correct pick, but his calls were so accurate that Battista increased his take to $5,000. [16], Donaghy was one of three referees who worked the Pacers–Pistons brawl at The Palace of Auburn Hills on November 19, 2004, which ended in a fight between Pacers players and Pistons fans. Before the show went off the air, Donaghy remarked that he called the bout as fairly as he did while on the court in the NBA, no differently than the way he officiated games between the Lakers and Kings. The fix is in! There were several other referee-related rule changes made: the announcement of referees of a game was moved from 90 minutes before tip-off to the morning of the game, to reduce the value of the information to gamblers; referees received more in-season training and counseling on gambling; more thorough background checks were carried out; the league declared its intention to analyze the statistical relationship between NBA games and referees' gambling patterns for those games; and the interactions between referees and NBA teams were made easier and more formal. [21] Mike Missanelli of The Stephen A. Smith Show suggested that Donaghy had gotten himself into debt and tried to make it up by betting on games. Throughout Wednesday's episode of Donaghy went on to plead guilty to two felony conspiracy charges, and was later sentenced to 15 months in prison. The 53-year-old was an NBA referee from 1994 to 2007. The games in question occurred on April 29, 2007 versus the Los Angeles Lakers and May 12, 2007 versus the San Antonio Spurs. Donaghy made his debut as a “crooked” referee in … The repair is in! Disgraced ex-NBA ref Tim Donaghy turns to wrestling The Sarasota resident made his ring debut for the Florida-based promotion in typical nefarious fashion. Before Game 5 of the 2017 NBA Finals, Donaghy claimed that referees would be instructed to extend the series for financial reasons. Donaghy and Major League Wrestling have reached a deal that will see the 53-year-old return to officiating. Battista's lawyer told the AP that his client expected to be indicted. In doing so, Donaghy disclosed classified information that he obtained as an NBA referee. During an interview with Forbes, Donaghy talked about the 2007 NBA betting scandal that sent him to prison for 15 months and how he intends to become a full-time referee for Major League Wrestling. Donaghy told U.S. District Judge Carol Bagley Amon that he used coded language to tip Battista about players' physical condition and player/referee relations. Howev… Highlights from the interview can be found below. [55] However, the series ended in Game 5 with the Golden State Warriors defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 4–1. Tim Donaghy avrà dunque una chance di riciclarsi come personaggio nel mondo del wrestling USA, e se la risposta del pubblico sarà positiva, l’ex arbitro NBA che nel 2007 sollevò uno scandalo che spinse la lega a modificare radicalmente il sistema di sorteggio e assegnazione delle terne arbitrali per le partite, continuerà a fare parte del cast MLW. [5] On August 15, 2007, Donaghy pleaded guilty to two federal charges related to the investigation. Despite the labor agreement for referees, which restricted them from participating in almost all forms of gambling, it was revealed that about half of the NBA's officials had made bets in casinos, albeit not with sportsbooks. SPORTS ILLUSTRATED is a registered trademark of ABG-SI LLC. That’s just fine this time around for MLW and Donaghy, the disgraced former NBA […] His newest employer, Major League Wrestling, thrives on those sort of shenanigans. "Pro wrestling is entertainment, and I always joked the NBA was a form of entertainment and I compared it a little bit to pro wrestling behind the scenes," Donaghy said. Tim Donaghy already brought the sort of crooked, scripted outcomes professional wrestling loves to the NBA -- and lost his job and went to jail. Mere minutes before the main event, MLW.com reported a suspicious surge in activity betting on the Caribbean Strap Match. [11], Donaghy married his wife Kimberly in 1995. Shamed former NBA referee Tim Donaghy spoke with Dan Gelston of the AP regarding his new role as a Major League Wrestling referee. Credit: Toronto Star. Disgraced NBA referee Tim Donaghy is making his return to officiating, but it won't be basketball games. Disgraced Ex-NBA Ref Tim Donaghy Moves On To Pro Wrestling. This story has played out before. Please update this article to reflect recent events or newly available information. "[6] Battista and Martino were sentenced earlier that month, earning sentences of 15 months and 366 days, respectively. Louis Lanzano/AP “Tim, you called that right down the … "[37] The Lakers won Game 6, attempting 18 more free throws than the Kings in the fourth quarter and went on to win the 2002 NBA Finals. Donaghy also admitted that he had a severe gambling addiction for which he was taking antidepressants. 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