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West Virginia Guard Kerr Kriisa Suspended for Nine Games for Accepting Impermissible Benefits at Arizona

Kriisa Allowed to Continue Practicing and Traveling with the Team during Suspension; College's Handling of Case in Compliance with NCAA Guidelines.

Overview

  • West Virginia University has suspended guard Kerr Kriisa for nine games after he admitted to receiving impermissible benefits while at the University of Arizona.
  • The University's athletic department learned of Kriisa's violation in late August and worked with the NCAA to reach an appropriate resolution.
  • During his suspension, Kriisa will be allowed to continue practicing and traveling with the team.
  • Last season, Kriisa averaged 9.9 points and led the Pac-12 with 5.1 assists per game.
  • Despite his suspension, Kriisa is expected to play a crucial role in West Virginia's upcoming season, which begins next Monday against Missouri State.