Some of the biggest names in college sports are currently being investigated for bribery schemes in which top program coaches have been funneling money into athletes’ families, coaches, and others.
Former Clemson standout and Greenville native, Merl Code Jr. is accused of wire fraud conspiracy + money laundering. He faces up to 80 years in prison if he’s convicted. Yesterday, he was released on bond. Former Gamecock assistant coach Lamont Evans surrendered to authorities yesterday on federal corruption charges. Auburn assistant Chuck Person & Southern California are also facing federal charges for fraud and corruption. You can read the court documents here.
“The picture of college basketball painted by the charges is not a pretty one — coaches at some of the nation’s top programs taking cash bribes, managers and advisers circling blue-chip prospects like coyotes, and employees of a global sportswear company funneling cash to families of high school recruits,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Joon Kim.
