McNeese State University has recently suspended its men’s basketball coach, Will Wade, for 10 games following allegations of violations of NCAA rules during his time as head coach at Louisiana State University (LSU). The suspension was announced on April 8th, 2021, and is effective immediately.
Wade was the head coach of the LSU Tigers from 2017 to 2019 and was a part of the team’s run to the 2019 National Championship. During his tenure, however, he was accused of violating NCAA rules by offering impermissible benefits to recruits. The NCAA launched an investigation into the matter and found that Wade had indeed violated NCAA rules.
As a result of the investigation, Wade was given a 10-game suspension by McNeese State University. The suspension will begin immediately and will last through the 2021-22 season. During this time, Wade will not be allowed to participate in any team activities or recruiting efforts.
The suspension is a major blow to McNeese State University’s basketball program. Wade had been hired in 2020 to help turn around the program, which had struggled in recent years. With Wade now out of the picture, it will be up to the school’s other coaches and players to pick up the slack and try to get the team back on track.
The NCAA’s decision to suspend Wade for 10 games is an important reminder that all coaches must adhere to NCAA rules and regulations. It is also a reminder that coaches must be held accountable for their actions and that any violations of NCAA rules will not be tolerated.
It remains to be seen how McNeese State University will fare without Wade at the helm. However, one thing is for sure: the school and its basketball program will have to move forward without its head coach for at least 10 games.
