Category Archives: Probation

Oklahoma basketball put on 3 years probation

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Major violations leading to 3 years probation and a $15,000 fine.

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Kyle Busch fined, on probation but not fired

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Kyle Busch was fined $50,000 and put on probation by JGR but apparently they did not feel that they had the basis to fire him.

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Florida forward Cody Larson avoids jail for probation violation

Posted on October 8, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP) Cody Larson won’t serve jail time for his probation violation. Judge John Schlimgen in Sioux Falls, S.D., gave Larson two additional years of probation Friday and reinstated his 120-day suspended sentence. Larson also must talk to four high school basketball … finish reading Florida forward Cody Larson avoids jail for probation violation

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Cincy placed on 2 years probation by NCAA

Posted on October 2, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The NCAA placed the University of Cincinnati on two years of probation for violating rules on calling recruits in its football program and in women’s basketball according to an AP report. The NCAA acknowledged that the university discovered the improper calls … finish reading Cincy placed on 2 years probation by NCAA

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Boise State gets 3 years probation

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Boise State is showing that it is a true football powerhouse now as it is joining the ranks of Ohio State, Miami, USC and other football factories that are being punished by the NCAA. It is not a coincidence that … finish reading Boise State gets 3 years probation

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Florida Gator forward Larson gets deferred probation

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Florida forward Cody Larson has settled a criminal trespass charge stemming from his arrest in April, but he still could face jail time. According to a deferred prosecution agreement filed in St. Johns County on Tuesday, Larson must perform 200 … finish reading Florida Gator forward Larson gets deferred probation

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NCAA imposes harsh APR requirements; but what does APR really measure

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Roy Kessel

After its retreat this week the NCAA has imposed some new tough APR cutlines which are intended to raise the educational value delivered by the schools. The problem with the result is that it takes a well intentioned action, and … finish reading NCAA imposes harsh APR requirements; but what does APR really measure

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Tennessee Volunteers have self-imposed probation

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Mauri Miller

The Knoxville News Sentinel reports that via a 191-page response to the NCAA allegations, Tennessee self-imposed a two-year probation on its athletics department. The NCAA handed down 12 charges, including recruiting violations and improper functions, against Tennessee after a two … finish reading Tennessee Volunteers have self-imposed probation

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NCAA puts Georgia Tech on probation

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Roy Kessel

We all know the impact that NCAA sanctions have on an athletic department.  The sad part is realizing how small some of the violations are that lead to these major sanctions. In the current edition of this story, Georgia Tech … finish reading NCAA puts Georgia Tech on probation

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OSU forfeits victories in 2010; Recruits start leaving

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Roy Kessel

It was long expected that OSU was going to suffer significant repurcussions as a result of the large number of NCAA violations which occurred during the Jim Tressel era. All week leading up to the report, it was anticipated that … finish reading OSU forfeits victories in 2010; Recruits start leaving

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West Virginia University gets two years’ probabtion

Posted on July 8, 2011 by Mauri Miller

The NCAA accepted West Virginia’s self-imposed sanctions which included two year’s probation stemming from major rules violations under former coaches Rich Rodriguez and Bill Stewart. In addition to the probation, WVU will lose a scholarship for the upcoming season and have … finish reading West Virginia University gets two years’ probabtion

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Defendant involved in fight resulting in Jasper Howard death sentenced to probation

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Roy Kessel

One of the Defendants who may have been an instigating force in the fight that resulted in the fatal stabbing of U. Conn football player Jasper Howard was sentenced to probation.  According to the AP report: Johnny Hood, 23, of … finish reading Defendant involved in fight resulting in Jasper Howard death sentenced to probation

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Michgan’s Stonum gets two years probation

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Michigan WR Darryl Stonum was sentenced to two years’ probation for operating a vehicle while visibly impaired. Stonum received a suspended sentence that could put him in jail for a year if he violates probation.  The sentence includes daily breathalyzer … finish reading Michgan’s Stonum gets two years probation

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USC appeal denied by NCAA; USC disagrees (shocking)

Posted on May 28, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In an expected result, USC’s appeal was denied by the NCAA.  While USC thought it had strong grounds and (unreasonably) expected a reduction, given the currently landscape in college football the result could not be unexpected. From the ESPN coverage: … finish reading USC appeal denied by NCAA; USC disagrees (shocking)

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