Here's the latest on where things stand with New Mexico State men's basketball.
, canceling the team's scheduled game the following day and placing the coaching staff on paid administrative leave while disclosing few details about what had prompted the move.
As new information continues to emerge, here's the latest on where things stand with New Mexico State men's basketball.In his letter Saturday night, Arvizu wrote that he made the decision to suspend the operation of New Mexico State's men's basketball program after learning of the hazing allegations.
Members of the coaching staff, including first-year head coach Greg Heiar, were placed on paid administrative leave.Arvizu's letter did not provide any detail on the alleged behavior or acts behind the hazing allegations. But the chancellor called hazing a"despicable act." , a 2008 study found that 74% of student-athletes experienced at least one form of hazing while in college.University personnel are investigating the hazing allegations, according to Arvizu's letter.
In a statement Friday, New Mexico State's Board of Regents said it is"confident a full and thorough investigation will be conducted."Meanwhile, two Aggies players announced Saturday that they are leaving the team. The Aggies have five games remaining in their season, including a scheduled home contest Wednesday against Abilene Christian. It's unclear whether any of those games will be played.
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