Premier League-winning coach Woody Jacobs has expressed dissatisfaction with the manner in which he was relieved of his duties on Saturday by Bucs Buccaneers, urging those in charge of clubs to uphold ethics and morality.
Jacobs, who joined Bucs Buccaneers from Tigers in January this year, was dismissed as head coach following their 3-2 defeat against Tigers at the Independence Stadium on Friday.
The loss left Buccaneers in 12th place in the standings, with 13 points from 14 matches, recording two wins, seven draws and five defeats.
On Saturday, Buccaneers issued a press statement, circulated on social media, announcing they had parted ways with their head coach.
One of Namibia’s renowned coaches, Jacobs yesterday said he learned of his dismissal from a player who had seen the news on social media on Saturday morning.
“When the team approached me, they came to discuss operational methods and how to address issues. However, I was notified of my dismissal via a WhatsApp message stating that I was no longer the team’s coach after a player informed me of what he saw on social media. When I switched on my phone, I saw text messages telling me that my services were no longer required,” he said.
Jacobs urges those in positions of power and wealth managing football teams to address matters in a morally appropriate manner.
“Being notified through social media is unacceptable. One should act cordially and approach the coach in the same manner he was hired. When they seek us out, they come with kindness, yet when you are fired, there is no such consideration, which is inhuman,” Jacobs said.
The coach added that during his brief tenure, he did his best with the team and, therefore, wishes them all the best for the rest of the season.
“It’s a new team, and given the time constraints, I did my utmost with the resources available. There are high expectations, yet the outcomes differ. It’s not just about players and paying salaries; there’s much more involved. A strong team chemistry is vital, but that requires time,” he said.
Charles Naruseb, who is registered as the owner of Bucs Buccaneers with the Namibia Football Association, could not be reached for comment as his phone went unanswered.
– Nampa
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