Wait a minute.Yes it’s great that Alex can now practice with the team. Before I start jumping for joy, why is the suspension so stiff? For signing a contract when he was 13 or 14? 10 games? I am thoroughly confused. What did Alex do wrong? 10 games is 1/3 of a season. Steroid users in baseball get 50 games. Drug users in football get 3 or 4 games. This suspension seems way too excessive. That’s my opinion and I’m sticking to it. I will have tons to say on Terp Talk tomorrow night.
Here is Maryland’s official release:
NCAA rules on amateurism status
COLLEGE PARK, Md. – University of Maryland center Alex Len has been cleared to practice with the men’s basketball team and will be eligible to compete with the condition that he must be withheld from 10 regularly scheduled contests.
This decision was rendered by the NCAA Student-Athlete Reinstatement Staff based on amateurism guidelines.
“We appreciate the NCAA’s cooperative review of Alex’s case,” said director of athletics Kevin Anderson. “However, it has been a difficult situation in light of Alex’s educational pursuits. Alex and his family have been very patient and honest throughout this process, which speaks well of his character.”
“Alex has been working very hard to prepare himself for this opportunity,” said head coach Mark Turgeon. “We look forward to having him on the court and to see how he’ll fit into what we want to do offensively and defensively.”
freddy from boca
it is what it is….it’s better than an 11 game suspension.
· 11/12/2019
freddy from boca
he’ll be back for the temple game. it will give him time to learn english, learn the team and get in better shape. don’t forget he 17 yrs old and everyone now expects this kid to start and play big minutes.
· 11/12/2019