Category Archives: Resignations

Where does the Penn State saga leave us

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Roy Kessel

What a wild week at Penn State Where does the school go from here?  How do they play a football game on Saturday What is the best way to proceed. The opinions vary widely and many questions remain: Here’s how … finish reading Where does the Penn State saga leave us

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Blake denies steering players to Wichard in SI interview

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Roy Kessel

John Blake is squarely in the middle of the NCAA investigation of UNC.   But now in an SI interview, Blake continues his assertion that he was not involved in steering players to Gary Wichard.  In an interview with Sports Illustrated … finish reading Blake denies steering players to Wichard in SI interview

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Brazil’s sports minister Silva resigns

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Brazil’s sports minister has resigned amid a scandal which calls into question much of the backdrop for the 2016 Olympics and 2014 World Cup. Brazil’s sports minister resigned Wednesday after fighting corruption allegations for more than a week, the sixth … finish reading Brazil’s sports minister Silva resigns

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MTSU Offensive Coordinator resigns after arrest

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

MTSU offensive coordinator Willie Simmons has resigned after being arrested for aggravated assault on Wednesday. Simmons resigned for “personal reasons,” according to an MTSU press release Friday night. He was arrested for aggravated assault on Wednesday, according to the Rutherford … finish reading MTSU Offensive Coordinator resigns after arrest

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Blazer resigns from CONCACAF position

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Chuck Blazer has resigned andis another in the trail of fallout from the FIFA investigations.  FIFA still has a LONG way to go to restore some credibility. Chuck Blazer is resigning as the No. 2 official of CONCACAF in December, … finish reading Blazer resigns from CONCACAF position

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FIFA denies Bin Hammam appeal of lifetime ban

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Mauri Miller

As many expected, FIFA denied Mohamed Bin Hammam’s appeal against a life ban from soccer. Bin Hammam received the life ban after allegations of offering bribes during his campaign for FIFA president. FIFA’s three-person appeal panel met for seven hours … finish reading FIFA denies Bin Hammam appeal of lifetime ban

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Suspended Buckeyes football players reinstated

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Mauri Miller

The NCAA reinstated three Ohio State football players who had been suspended for taking an envelope with $200 from a booster earlier this year. The only additional stipulation from the NCAA is that the players must repay the $200. The three … finish reading Suspended Buckeyes football players reinstated

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Suns CEO Welts resigns, is it a setback for gay rights?

Posted on September 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

When Suns CEO Rick Welts came out and openly acknowledged that he was gay, there were murmors around the sports industry about whether or not that constituted career suicide. Welts abruptly resigned from his position and stated that it was … finish reading Suns CEO Welts resigns, is it a setback for gay rights?

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NCAA Committee on Infractions chair Thomas stepping down; reasons unknown

Posted on September 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

When there are surprise resignations it is usually the result of a significant illness or some scandal brewing under the surface.   It is unclear here whether those reasons are applicable as NCAA COI chair Dennis Thomas announced that he is … finish reading NCAA Committee on Infractions chair Thomas stepping down; reasons unknown

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Blatter will outline FIFA reforms in October

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Roy Kessel

It has been a tough year for FIFA’s Sepp Blatter.   The depth of the bribery allegations and the growing scope of corruption around the world of soccer is making it difficult for FIFA to move forward.  But Blatter seems to … finish reading Blatter will outline FIFA reforms in October

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Richmond football coach Scott resigns after 2nd DWI arrest

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Richmond football program was thrown for a loop when head coach Latrell Scott resigned after receiving his 2nd DWI arrest. Less than two weeks from the start of the Spiders’ football season, the University of Richmond on Tuesday accepted … finish reading Richmond football coach Scott resigns after 2nd DWI arrest

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NCAA clears Pryor’s mentor in ’08 investigation

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Mauri Miller

In a 2008 NCAA investigation, the NCAA cleared the mentor of former Ohio State quarterback Terrelle Pryor of allegations that he improperly acted as a booster while helping the player pick a college. According to a letter written by NCAA’s … finish reading NCAA clears Pryor’s mentor in ’08 investigation

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UNC turmoil continues; is it fair to players?

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Roy Kessel

UNC seems to have mishandled everything throughout the entire situation which has spread through its football program. Last season was gutted and derailed by the ongoing suspensions, appeals and drama which hung over the program. It appeared that the school would … finish reading UNC turmoil continues; is it fair to players?

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Will Ohio State problems fade to background? BMV report very suspect

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Roy Kessel

It seems unlikely that the OSU problems will fade to the background despite the school’s hope that Terrelle Pryor’s departure will lessen the focus on the bulk of the allegations. If you look at the Notice of Allegations that North … finish reading Will Ohio State problems fade to background? BMV report very suspect

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UNC receives NCAA notice of allegations

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Roy Kessel

UNC knew it was going to receive a long list of allegations from the NCAA but it always reads more harshly when you read the itemized allegations in black and white. Among the allegations which involve major violations, problems caused … finish reading UNC receives NCAA notice of allegations

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Warner resigns from FIFA, bribery charges dropped

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Roy Kessel

So apparently FIFA’s new anti-corruption stance essentially involves burying its head in the sand and pretending that no corruption exists if a person resigns. Jack Warner resigned so it seems that we will never know the depth of the problems … finish reading Warner resigns from FIFA, bribery charges dropped

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West Virginia and former coach Bill Stewart reach $1.65 million settlement

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Roy Kessel

West Virginia has agreed to pay former football coach Bill Stewart $1.65 million in “general and liquidated damages.” As an additional part of the settlement, Stewart will be entitled to keep other benefits including accrued vaction time and sick pay. Both parties … finish reading West Virginia and former coach Bill Stewart reach $1.65 million settlement

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Iraq’s top soccer resigns

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Mauri Miller

As Iraq attempts to make changes to its soccer national governing body, things took an unexpected turn when Hussein Saeed resigned his position. Saeed, Iraq’s top soccer official, resigned just one week after he told the Associated Press he would run for the head … finish reading Iraq’s top soccer resigns

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Tennesse to meet with NCAA COI over weekend

Posted on June 11, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Tennessee is bringing out all of its former guns to be invovled in the NCAA COI meetings over the weekend. It is expected that Mike Hamilton, Bruce Pearl and Lane Kiffin will all be around to answer some of the … finish reading Tennesse to meet with NCAA COI over weekend

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When does getting kicked out of casino get you a raise?

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Apparently it gets you a raise when the person in command above you does something even worse.  In this case, Bill Stewart resigned at West Virginia after allegations that he asked a reporter to “dig up dirt” on Holgorsen soon … finish reading When does getting kicked out of casino get you a raise?

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