NCAA Investigating University of Hawaii

May 19, 2014 /

Via HawaiiReporter.com

The University of Hawaii at Mānoa athletic director says the NCAA is investigating a potential violation of rules at the school.

Ben Jay, director of athletics, acknowledged the investigation after local media reported NCAA officials are coming to Hawaii to investigate its basketball program, likely tied to a recent recruit.

Jay would not release details about the investigation, but issued the following statement:

“Amid current media speculation, the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Department of Athletics acknowledges that there is an ongoing NCAA investigation of potential rules violations.

“As a member institution of the NCAA, we have an obligation to monitor and control our athletics program, a duty to report all instances of noncompliance with NCAA rules and cooperate fully with and assist the NCAA enforcement staff.

“Our responsibility also requires that our institutional representatives and student–athletes protect the integrity of the investigation.

“Under NCAA enforcement rules, a failure to cooperate could lead to an independent allegation and/or be considered by the NCAA as a factor when determining potential penalties.

“In light of the ongoing investigation and our obligation to state and Federal laws, we are not able to discuss or share information about the investigation.

“Our Department considers any alleged violation of NCAA rules to be a serious matter and we have, and will continue to, fully cooperate with the NCAA staff in this matter.

“Thank you for your understanding, respect and your continued support of University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Athletics. GO BOWS!”

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