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"When corruption infiltrates the sport, it brings disgrace not only to the participants but damages the public trust in an institution that is vital and dear to all of us," Mr Nocella added.

The trust operated a traffic light system on patient files to indicate their level of need and the risk they posed to themselves or others.

Joseph Nocella Jr. said professional athletes hold a position of trust — with their teammates, leagues and fans.

"My teammates, my coaches, they trust me," Taylor said.

"As alleged, the defendants sold that trust to gamblers by fixing pitches," he added.