decision after repeated complaints of bullying and disrespect and poor grades among his players. instead of practicing, the team spent the week doing community service and attending meetings. >> it's an honor to put on your school's jersey and i think sometimes we lose that fact in the world of me, me, me, you're representing the whole school, the whole community. >> reporter: players we spoke with are behind the suspension saying the lesson is sinking in. coach labrum says he will still play the game tomorrow but players have to complete the week of character building before they can hit the field. i'm celebrating this story. i am so happy and proud of this coach and you say? >> they are still playing the game. >> it didn't go far enough is what you're saying? >> by all accounts the team got the message and they can community service and now change the way they are living life in that school but they are still playing the game tomorrow.