Ohio State’s Jim Tressell Charged with "Major" Violations

Although many in Columbus were hoping for the healing to begin for Ohio State and their beloved football program, it looks as though the wounds are only getting deeper.
On Monday, the NCAA issued an indictment accusing Ohio State’s Jim Tressel of withholding information and lying to keep his players from becoming suspended for accepting financial benefits from the owner of a local tattoo parlor. It is believed that Tressel withheld information from both the school and NCAA officials for more than nine months.
In a statement issued by NCAA officials, the allegations against Coach Tressel are “potential major violations.” University officials have 90 days to respond to the NCAA’s request for information; a hearing will be held in Indianapolis on August 12th. Athletic director Gene Smith was…
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