Judge allows Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby to play despite betting on own team; boycott threats emerge
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Manny Soloway
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Summary
A judge granted an injunction allowing Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to play despite him admitting to placing 40 bets on his own team totaling $90,000 over four years. In response, some athletic directors are reportedly threatening to boycott games against Texas Tech. The ruling has significant implications for the NCAA's authority over athlete gambling violations.
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According to court documents, Sorsby admitted to placing bets on his own team 40 times, totaling $90,000 over four years.
The court allowing Sorsby to play has major ramifications for the NCAA.
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