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The problem is that these original self-imposed sanctions (from two years ago) does not fit the crime. UNC put themselves on two years of probation, loss of three scholarships in each of the next three years and vacating all wins in the 2008 and 2009 seasons. As well as a $50,000 fine.The NCAA "did nothing" before because UNC self-imposed sanctions including vacating seasons of play, cutting schlorships, paying fines etc. (I can't remember all of them). The Chancellor also resigned and approximately 10 people lost their jobs. If you feel like that wasn't enough then so be it but no one can say nothing was done.
Most anti-UNC people were hoping that this would hit the basketball program and Roy Williams. Unfortunately it has mainly focused on football. Ever taken a look at UNC's football record? Nothing to get excited about.
I agree with the previous poster as well. Any university or fan pointing their finger might want to be very careful their program isn't investigated. I suspect each have their own programs that are easier for athletes to get through. It doesn't make it right and it's a shame these kids aren't getting better educations but I'm afraid it happens A LOT!
Lastly, as my daughter said. We are admitted die hard Tar Heel fans and are embarrassed by this scandal. However it is also a small piece of this entire amazing university. My daughter hopes people avoid UNC for awhile leaving lots of room for her to get into her dream school in two years!
The problem is that these original self-imposed sanctions (from two years ago) does not fit the crime. UNC put themselves on two years of probation, loss of three scholarships in each of the next three years and vacating all wins in the 2008 and 2009 seasons. As well as a $50,000 fine.
First of all, these sanctions only effected the football team. We are now learning that this went beyond football players and included athletes in multiple sports.
Secondly, they vacated two years of wins. We're now learning that this was 18 years of academic fraud.
For comparison, Southern Cal and Georgia Tech had accusations that pale in comparison to this. The NCAA reduced Southern Cal's scholarships by 10 for three years. Georgia Tech was on four years probation. And then my obvious Penn State comparison earlier.
And trust me, I'm the first one to stick up for my school. I've seen the kind of treatment football players at big, winning SEC schools get. But I also believe in playing by the rules. I believe Todd Gurley should be suspended. He knew the rules and broke them, just like UNC did here. And if this kind of thing was happening at South Carolina, I would be calling for (and expecting) punishment and a overhaul of the athletic program.
Wow.This probably happens at a colleges to some extent. the problem is in CT at least, an athlete does not even need a 2.0 GPA in high school to do sports! So they go to college not really knowing what they should! That is ridiculously low! Grades should be more important.
Not surprised, happens more often then we think in college sports!
And then these kids come out of college after playing for 5 years and are no better off than when they went in. Minimal education, most do not make a professional team at any level, and have nothing.This probably happens at a colleges to some extent. the problem is in CT at least, an athlete does not even need a 2.0 GPA in high school to do sports! So they go to college not really knowing what they should! That is ridiculously low! Grades should be more important.
SMH... in the end, these kids lose. They're essentially being pimped out by the NCAA, and let's be honest, how many D1 athletes go pro? Very few. The rest graduate with a pitifully low amount of fresh knowledge in their heads. Even if you do go pro, if you're not a SERIOUS standout, a major injury can end your career.SOOOOO.... yeah
How the UNC academic scandal hurts the NCAA's future - SBNation.com
Here's the highlights from the new report that came out yesterday
The 5 most important details from UNC's academics report - SBNation.com