Facts
The French Basketball Federation (Fédération Française de Basket-Ball, FFBB) charges respondent M28 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a match on March 21, 2009, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The analysis of the sample showed the presence of a metabolite of cannabis and terbutaline. These substances are prohibited according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list and they are regarded as specified substances.
History
The respondent had used cannabis in a social setting. The terbutaline came from medication of a teammate, she used it to treat her bronchi. She was unaware of the prohibited ingredient. There was no intention to enhance sport performance.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of six months, in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by the FFBB.
2. The decision (three months period of ineligibility) dated May 27, 2009, by the disciplinary committee of the FFBB should be modified.
3. The period of ineligibility will be reduced by the period already served by the decision of May 27, 2009.
4. The decision starts on the date of notification.
5. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
