Category Archives: Athlete violence

Von Miller fined $15,000

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Denver LB Von Miller was fined $15,000 for his hit on Carson Palmer

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Cook appears in court and will be allowed to travel with Vikings

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Roy Kessel

While a Judge ruled that Chris Cook will be allowed to travel with the Vikings while awaiting further court proceedings, the team seems to be taking a different stance as it leaves him on the suspended list. A judge ruled … finish reading Cook appears in court and will be allowed to travel with Vikings

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Vikings Chris Cook charged with domestic assault

Posted on October 22, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Not a good way for the Vikings to prepare for the upcoming match up with Green Bay and Aaron Rodgers. Minnesota Vikings cornerback Chris Cook was arrested in the early morning hours, accused of domestic assault. The Minneapolis Star Tribune … finish reading Vikings Chris Cook charged with domestic assault

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Devin Hester assaulted at casino

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Avoiding hits on the field is one thing but finding a way to stay out of trouble off the field is often more difficult for NFL players.  But usually the issue is whether or not they can avoid altercations. Here, … finish reading Devin Hester assaulted at casino

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Michigan State conduct under review by the Big Ten

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Michigan fans were up in arms Saturday over the alleged cheap shots and late hits which occurred in the Michigan State game.  Despite the loss, Michigan fans claimed that their anger at the conduct had nothing to do with the … finish reading Michigan State conduct under review by the Big Ten

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Wayne Rooney suspended 3 matches

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Wayne Rooney was suspended for 3 matches for kicking a player.  Despite written requests to mitigate the incident, Rooney was not successful at getting the penalty reduced. Wayne Rooney will miss the entire group stage of the 2012 European Championship after … finish reading Wayne Rooney suspended 3 matches

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Is dirty play on the rise in the NFL

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Roy Kessel

With the shortened pre-season preparations, the question is whether the perceived rise is dirty play is a result or just a coincidence. There were numerous scuffles and battles on the field and a lot of chatter off of it.  You … finish reading Is dirty play on the rise in the NFL

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Wild’s Bouchard’s suspension upheld

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

As we discussed in yesterday’s update, there was no reason to believe that the NHL would rescind the suspension of Minnesota Wild’s Pierre-Marc Bouchard.  They didn’t. So despite the agent’s protest, the league was not convinced.

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Real Salt Lake’s Beckerman suspended 3 games for headbutt

Posted on October 9, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP)  Real Salt Lake midfielder Kyle Beckerman has been suspended three games and fined $1,250 for head-butting Daniel Paladini of the Chicago Fire. Beckerman was automatically suspended for one game and fined $250 for receiving a red card in the 11th … finish reading Real Salt Lake’s Beckerman suspended 3 games for headbutt

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Wild’s Bouchard suspended 2 games for high stick

Posted on October 9, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Wild forward Pierre-Marc Bouchard was suspended for two games without pay by the NHL on Sunday for high-sticking Columbus’ Matt Calvert in the face Saturday night. Bouchard’s agent Allan Walsh issued a statement condemning the suspension, noting that the game … finish reading Wild’s Bouchard suspended 2 games for high stick

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NFL fines (10-7-11)

Posted on October 8, 2011 by Roy Kessel

No NFL players like getting fined, but you rarely see the tirade launched at the league: Eagles Jason Babin ripped the league after he was fined $15k for a hit on Niners QB Alex Smith.  He did have a fun … finish reading NFL fines (10-7-11)

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Alabama alum claims attack by Gators Easley

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Losing to a rival is always a big problem but you rarely seem to see claims of attacks by the players themselves (as opposed to fans). The report is unclear about what transpired by the claims are that Gator player … finish reading Alabama alum claims attack by Gators Easley

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NHL does not suspend Ryan Malone for hit on Campoli

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In what is hopefully a start to a new standard on the suspensions for hits, Brendan Shanahan, the NHL’s new enforcement chief, articulated what many around the game have been calling for over a long period of time when he … finish reading NHL does not suspend Ryan Malone for hit on Campoli

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Cheap Shot of the Week: Illinois LB Jonathan Brown

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Football is always a violent game and there are always a few extracuricular shoves, pushes, hits and other related shenanigans. However, you rarely see something as outrageously blatant as the action by Illinois LB Jonathan Brown in the Illini’s Homecoming … finish reading Cheap Shot of the Week: Illinois LB Jonathan Brown

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NFL weekly fine blotter

Posted on September 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The NFL got the first week of the season off to a quick start on the fine front: Antrelle Rolle, CB, Giants, $20,000 for hit on Redskins TE Fred Davis (unnecessary roughness) Kenny Phillips, DB, Giants, $10,000 for hit on … finish reading NFL weekly fine blotter

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Javaris Crittenton returns to Atlanta to face murder charge

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Mauri Miller

According to police, Javaris Crittenton has arrived in Atlanta to face a murder charge in the shooting death of woman. Crittenton, former Washington Wizards guard, was suspended along with teammate Gilbert Arenas for having guns in the team locker room … finish reading Javaris Crittenton returns to Atlanta to face murder charge

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Ramirez banned from contact with wife

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

After being released from Ft. Lauderdale jail, Manny Ramirez was banned from having contact with his wife after she had called 911.  The police released the tape and you can see from the article below that Ramirez seemed pretty non-chalant … finish reading Ramirez banned from contact with wife

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German soccer team fined for fans tossing urine and excrement

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Mauri Miller

The German Soccer Federation fined Cologne $14,000 for its fan’s “unsporting behavior” during a Bundesliga match. Cologne, which lost the match 5-1, agreed to pay the fine. According to the GSF, Cologne fans tossed “several beakers filled with urine and … finish reading German soccer team fined for fans tossing urine and excrement

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Man drowned in Antonio Smith’s pool

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Mauri Miller

The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Department found a dead body in the swimming pool behind the home of Houston Texans DE Antonio Smith. Police Capt. James Burger said the body of Engram Lamar Crenshaw, 37, of Katy, was discovered on … finish reading Man drowned in Antonio Smith’s pool

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Florida A&M basketball player dies

Posted on September 4, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Officials for Florida A&M announced that women’s basketball player Shannon Washington died in the early hours of September 4.   According to the university, Washington died from a knife wound to her neck. Tallahassee police found Washington in an apartment after … finish reading Florida A&M basketball player dies

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