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In 2011, the Miami Hurricanes football program was investigated for NCAA rules violations alleged to have taken place from 2002–2010, centering around improper benefits given by booster Nevin Shapiro.
Allegations
Ponzi schemer, convicted felon and Miami booster Nevin Shapiro, used investor funds to finance donations to the Miami University's athletic program and gave an estimated 2 million dollars in illegal benefits to at least 72 current or former football/basketball players and coaches from 2002–2010. The report alleges that Shapiro though his donations violated at least 4 major NCAA Bylaws as follows: Bylaw 11 – involving impermissible compensation to coaches; bylaw 12, involving amateurism of athletes; bylaw 13, involving improper recruiting activity; and bylaw 16, involving extra benefits to athletes.
References
- Robinson, Charles (August 16, 2011). "Renegade Miami football booster spells out illicit benefits to players". Yahoo! Sports. Retrieved 2011-08-16.
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