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ST 2009_02 DFSNZ vs Aaron Neemia
June 12, 2009
Softball New Zealand (SNZ) has reported an anti-doping rule violation against the Respondent after he tested positive for the prohibited substance Cannabis.
Respondent filed a statement in his defence and waived his right to be heard before the Tribunal. Respondent admitted he had smoked Cannabis at a party the night before competition.
The Tribunal concludes that Respondent did not smoke Cannabis to enhance sport performance.
Therefore the Sports Disputes Tribunal of New Zealand decides to impose a warning and a reprimand on the Respondent.