Tiberias Fitness Coach Blamed as Scapegoat Amid Doping Scandal

The fitness coach of Ironi Tiberias, Shlomi Vedraru, has been made the scapegoat in the club's doping scandal, according to his colleagues. Vedraru, who was suspended by the Anti-Doping Agency along with players Eliran Hodeda and Chen Sol, was dismissed shortly before the scandal broke. His friends claim he is not responsible for the doping violations and that Hodeda holds the real power at the club. Vedraru reportedly warned that administering supplements violated regulations, but was told by Sol to ignore it. They argue Vedraru could not have stopped Hodeda, who is described as all-powerful within the club.

Vedraru’s colleagues criticize the club for shifting blame onto him despite his warnings and note he was fired via WhatsApp three weeks after raising concerns. They also question the absence of player and coach unions defending those involved, highlighting that Vedraru never authorized even minor medical treatments, which were handled solely by the medical staff. The controversy continues to unfold amid investigations, with Vedraru sidelined and the club facing scrutiny over doping practices.