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January 2012, NCAA-Conferences
NCAA Praises Cooperation of UConn Hoops Player
The NCAA said it allowed UConn's Ryan Boatright to return to action after determining he has lived up to an agreement that gave him limited immunity for cooperating in the investigation, and is "likely the least culpable" of those involved in the violations.
"In fact, both UConn. and Mr. Boatright should be commended for their cooperation throughout the process to gather information," NCAA spokeswoman Stacey Osburn said. "The school and student-athlete's dedication to uncover the facts should be viewed as a positive example, not somehow construed negatively. Had Ms. Boatright (Tanesha Boatright, the player's mother) cooperated fully from the beginning, this matter could have been settled months ago."
Boatright has missed nine games this season as a result of the investigation, including a six-game suspension to start the season. He also is repaying $4,500 in benefits. He was held out of the last three games as the NCAA looked into additional information.
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