Male practice player on women’s basketball team caught gambling
A recent report from the Clarion Ledger revealed that a male practice squad player on Mississippi State University’s women’s basketball team has allegedly violated NCAA rules by participating in sports betting activities. The player reportedly placed six bets totaling $10 on NFL and college football games from September 28-30. Notably, none of the bets were related to his own team or college basketball.
The university has responded to this incident by enhancing its sports wagering rules education for all male practice players. Moving forward, these players are required to sign an acknowledgment form to ensure compliance with NCAA regulations. It is important to note that the player in question has deactivated his sports betting account following the discovery of his actions.
Despite this violation, the SEC has not imposed any additional penalties on the university or the player. An athletics department spokesperson emphasized the institution’s commitment to educating staff and student-athletes on sports betting regulations. Additionally, the spokesperson highlighted the effectiveness of their monitoring system in promptly addressing such issues.
Fox News Digital has reached out to Mississippi State University for further comment on this matter. As the story continues to develop, it underscores the importance of upholding the integrity of collegiate athletics and adhering to NCAA guidelines.
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The article was written by Jackson Thompson, a sports writer for Fox News Digital with previous experience at ESPN and Business Insider. Thompson has covered major sporting events like the Super Bowl and NBA Finals, and has conducted interviews with notable athletes such as Usain Bolt, Rob Gronkowski, and Mike Trout.
