22-year-old basketball coach gets fired for trying to impersonate a 13-year-old player in a game

According to the outlet, Boykins went to extreme measures after the team was down a player due to her competing in an out-of-town tournament.

In video footage of the game, which took place on January 21, Boykins is seen fashioning a team jersey, shooting free throws, and even diving into the stands to grab a loose ball.

There’s no ‘i’ in team, but apparently two in Arlisha Boykins.

The spokesperson for Churchland confirmed to TMZ they were unaware of the assistant coach competing until days later, as no school officials were present during the game.

The outlet also reported that the school met with parents following the scandal.

Some players were reported to be contemplating foregoing the rest of the season.

The family is also seeking a personal apology from Churchland school officials, and the school division has also launched an investigation into the matter.

One parent whose child is a former member of the Churchland junior varsity girl basketball team said it was the head coach’s responsibility for allowing it to happen.

"I would like to say that the junior varsity basketball team was already a good team before this incident, and the only reason the coach pulled this stunt was because three of their starters were out of town for a different tournament, and he knew they didn’t have a chance to win.

“I will also like to add that the girl being shown while she was wrong she was not the head coach, and the head coach encouraged it. It’s crazy that it made national news.”