Terrance Shannon Jr. I am so glad you chose to come to Illinois. You represent the team, your city and family so well on and off the court. Already becoming an all time Illini favorite.
TJ is my son’s cousin. I remember him as a lil boy, he use to spend some nights at my house. I’ve been rooting for him since the start and still rooting for him.
This is JUST a thought, however it could be that…He and his son’s mother are/were not married, and that TJ is related ONLY to his son and his son’s mother, therefore not to him. Again… JUUUUST a thought!
i remember playing pick up ball with you and my cousin. we were all the same height, and now look at you 6’6” and we still 5’8” good luck in your nba future terrence
I'm surprised they haven't taken this promo down. It was good while it lasted TSJ. You made your mark on the program. Hopefully, you'll do the fanbase proud if you're found to be innocent
he’s innocent until proven guilty but these are really serious charges and it’s concerning that he was allowed to play on this basketball team by the school while they knew he was under investigation
Sounds like the Lawrence police wouldn’t tell the school anything, and no charges were brought until a few days ago. What the hell do you expect the university to do with basically no information other than an incident might have maybe allegedly occurred? The moment charges were filed, they told him to turn himself in and suspended him.
@@colejames423 That's not LPD's job. As director of the DIA, it was Josh Whitman's job to monitor Shannon's status once Whitman knew Shannon was being investigated for a sex crime in late September. Whitman should have known by 12/5/2023 (when the criminal complaint was filed, and the allegations were substantiated), as several reporters implied at Whitman's 12/29 PC. I expected Whitman to do his job. He was late, because he purposely didn't communicate directly with authorities in Kansas. But ultimately, Whitman did his job on 12/28/2023, when he suspended Shannon. For that, I give Whitman and the University credit.
You should go look at the report of what she’s alleging happened. It’s nowhere near felonious rape by force fear or restraint like he’s being charged with. Actually they didn’t even have sex she’s saying he grabbed her inappropriately in a crowded bar that he didn’t restrain her and she didn’t even say anything to him just walked away. People are so quick to condemn someone there’s a reason for innocent until proven guilty.
@@zachhazelbaker6859 There are four days until this case's first hearing on 1/18. Let's see if the judge finds probable cause on each count (1 for rape and 1 for sexual battery). If the judge in DC District Court does (at least for 1 charge), then this case will continue, as it should.
TSJ is him. glad he received reprieve from the unfortunate situation last year, hope you do great things with the TWolves in ‘sota. i’ll be cheering for ya
At 4:58, Shannon says, "I will always talk, and have a conversation with someone, if we did have an altercation, but, I mean, like (Underwood) said, being a leader is uncomfortable. I'm getting pretty comfortable, about being uncomfortable." Just my opinions and guesses, but this sounds like Shannon explaining how he tried to contact the alleged victim in this case by social media in the time after the incident, so perhaps in September. My guess is that she didn't respond. Again, these are just my guesses.
Seems super solid to me. Hard working for real. Goal oriented. Disciplined for real. Strong leadership. The team seems connected. Culturally strong. Team mates seem to trust him, even like him from watching games. Anxious to learn more about him and the allegations. Certainly a sad situation. Praying for all involved. Praying that love wins over hate!
You should go look at the report of what she’s alleging happened. It’s nowhere near felonious rape by force fear or restraint like he’s being charged with. Actually they didn’t even have sex she’s saying he grabbed her inappropriately in a crowded bar that he didn’t restrain her and she didn’t even say anything to him just walked away. People are so quick to condemn someone there’s a reason for innocent until proven guilty.
@@zachhazelbaker6859 Shannon was charged with felony rape because, in the state of Kansas, the digital penetration of a woman's vagina is one form of sex, non-consensual sex is rape, and both of these are alleged in this case. We'll start to know in a few days whether the judge finds probable cause for the charge of rape and the charge sexual battery. Most legal experts who have commented publicly on this case expect probable cause to be found on one or both charges. I don't expect this criminal case to be dismissed any time soon unless there is a plea agreement.
Who’s here after the L to UConn? Lost by 30 to the best team this century. No shame imo. Great season for a great team and a great player. Gonna miss ya Terrence. ILLINI LEGEND 4LIFE!!!!!
The charge - I saw that - that was the saddest fan moment of my life - I thought there was no way he'd be coming back. Comes back. We win the BTT. The BTT record for most points in a game was 35, TSJ AVERAGED 34. The BTT record for most points scored in a tournament was Keegan Murray in 4 games. TSJ finished 1 point behind. Scored so many points playing just 3 games. Only had 3 games since Feb. 4th not scoring 20+ points. Finished 3rd in the nation in scoring. We get to the E8 - finally the curse is broken. Averaged 28 in the first 3 March Madness games. Averaged 30 in the 7 game win streak since the Purdue game up until the UConn game in the E8. Now think about all that. That was a RIDE. LEGEND!!!!!
he lost to my hogs last year (illinois)!and hogs again (tournament) when he was at texas tech. hogs achilles hill. but not this year as Hogs not looking good this year 😂😂😂
@@jd3l3on I am really sad that illini lost against purdue on friday, but overall we are actually doing alright without him. Wish we could have him back though.
You should go look at the report of what she’s alleging happened. It’s nowhere near felonious rape by force fear or restraint like he’s being charged with. Actually they didn’t even have sex she’s saying he grabbed her inappropriately in a crowded bar that he didn’t restrain her and she didn’t even say anything to him just walked away. People are so quick to condemn someone there’s a reason for innocent until proven guilty. Your comment isn’t aging well.
@@zachhazelbaker6859 Shannon was charged with felony rape because, in the state of Kansas, the digital penetration of a woman's vagina is one form of sex, non-consensual sex is rape, and both of these are alleged in this case. We'll start to know in a few days whether the judge finds probable cause for the charge of rape and the charge sexual battery. Most legal experts who have commented publicly on this case expect probable cause to be found on one or both charges. I don't expect this criminal case to be dismissed any time soon unless there is a plea agreement.
I pray Terrence Shannon Jr. can get through this. I want him to focus on his studies and training. I want him to do the best he can to understand and assist his lawyers to advance his legal arguments. He can absolutely get through this. He must hang in there over the next week or two, when critical steps will occur in his criminal case in Kansas and his federal case in Illinois. When the right time comes (he and his lawyers will know when), I expect him to simplify his situation and take steps to move past his troubles. This might involve a plea agreement. If TSJ can't play basketball for the University of Illinois, he should still continue to train and prepare for when his criminal case is resolved. Personally, I hope that change can occur in March of this year, if not before. So, by June, things could be a lot different regarding his future. His lawyers can help him with that. His family can support him. Many fans will support him too. With all that in mind, I don't worry. I think TSJ can be okay.
The school was made aware of these rape allegations in September, yet continued to pump out content celebrating this guy throughout the season? Big time OOF moment. Now these videos seem extremely tone-deaf from the Illinois administration in hindsight.
University was not aware that it was for rape nor were they provided any evidence or information at all other than that he was under investigation. They'd be essentially suspending him blindly. People like you need to stop make comments on things you don't understand.
It sounds like the school wasn’t aware of how serious the allegations were, and they weren’t given any info by the PD in Lawrence when they reached out. Not really sure what you expect the university to do with that total lack of information. You think they should just suspend him on the basis of … pretty much nothing? In any case, allegations are allegations. Hopefully over time, we’ll get more details on the whole incident and everyone’s response to it. It’s too early to be judging anything at this point.
You should go look at the report of what she’s alleging happened. It’s nowhere near felonious rape by force fear or restraint like he’s being charged with. Actually they didn’t even have sex she’s saying he grabbed her inappropriately in a crowded bar that he didn’t restrain her and she didn’t even say anything to him just walked away. People are so quick to condemn someone there’s a reason for innocent until proven guilty.
You should go look at the report of what she’s alleging happened. It’s nowhere near felonious rape by force fear or restraint like he’s being charged with. Actually they didn’t even have sex she’s saying he grabbed her inappropriately in a crowded bar that he didn’t restrain her and she didn’t even say anything to him just walked away. People are so quick to condemn someone there’s a reason for innocent until proven guilty. Your comment isn’t aging well.
@@zachhazelbaker6859 Shannon was charged with felony rape because, in the state of Kansas, the digital penetration of a woman's vagina is one form of sex, non-consensual sex is rape, and both of these are alleged in this case. We'll start to know in a few days whether the judge finds probable cause for the charge of rape and the charge sexual battery. Most legal experts who have commented publicly on this case expect probable cause to be found on one or both charges. I don't expect this criminal case to be dismissed any time soon unless there is a plea agreement.
@@poopoomangione Look what’s happening now, he’s not playing.. it’s a distraction, should’ve been taken care of in Sept, Situation sucks for all parties involved but imo I believe that’s the best way to go about it..
@@_Michael.Knight He’s not playing because the Kansas DA decided to make it a charge. Charge vs. accusation are totally different. No way anyone is gonna suspend a player based on an accusation alone.
@@poopoomangione Actually, regarding Division of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) policy, a criminal charge is one form of a substantiated allegation. If it is a felony criminal charge, then it is a major offense according to DIA policy, and, while it isn't yet resolved, it can result in a suspension of a student athlete from team activities. This is exactly TSJ's situation right now regarding the University of Illinois DIA. So, related to your post, Kansas DA Jennifer Tatum charged Shannon with felony rape and sexual battery on 12/5, AD Witman suspended Shannon on 12/28 based on those criminal charges (which count as substantiated allegations of major offenses), the DIA 3-person panel upheld Shannon's suspension and made his suspension indefinite (so until his criminal case is resolved).
Not quite so simple Michael. The University of Illinois DIA must have a "substantiated allegation" according to DIA policy, not just info that a student athlete is being interviewed or investigated by police, as Shannon was by the LPD back in September. So, it wasn't until 12/05/2023, that a strong form of that substantiated allegation existed, namely the filed criminal complaint. Finally, the DIA had to possess that document. AD Josh Witman should have known out it by communicating directly with the relevant authorities in Kansas on a regular basis. Whitman said he didn't, which was unfortunate, since this was arguably his responsibility. Yet, when the Kansas court later issued a warrant for Shannon's arrest on 12/27, Whitman finally obtained a copy of the criminal complaint from social media, and suspended Shannon on 12/28. So, IMO, Shannon should have been suspended on or just after 12/5, as several reporters implied in the Q&A at the end of Whitman's 12/29 press conference.
This is the hard work that makes him the player he is .
@@matthewpoleski6973troll
One of the greatest transfers in Illinois history
You think?
@@Kj-gn2extroll
*players
@@Kj-gn2ex yes
Terrance Shannon Jr. I am so glad you chose to come to Illinois. You represent the team, your city and family so well on and off the court. Already becoming an all time Illini favorite.
This aged horribly. David Stewart you should be in jail TBH
This could not have aged worse
Bro jinxed the worst thing possible
Oh shit
Y’all must be some freaky mfs in Illinois 🤣
You are a wonderful kid. I hope the Lord continues to bless us.
TJ is my son’s cousin. I remember him as a lil boy, he use to spend some nights at my house. I’ve been rooting for him since the start and still rooting for him.
This is JUST a thought, however it could be that…He and his son’s mother are/were not married, and that TJ is related ONLY to his son and his son’s mother, therefore not to him.
Again… JUUUUST a thought!
Shoutout to those ball boys at 5am #takesavillage
hes an inspiration frl. i want to play here so bad
Don’t know if you want to be inspired by him😳
@@lilbird7183troll
Oof
this comment aged terribly
@@Fleecesimo nope
That hard work is why he is great .
Bro’s voice did not sound like what I was expecting 😅
He sound different off camera
@@brennanramsey4989 what you mean by that
Lol...me neither...I hope he does big things in the NBA ...This the guy ESPN should be promoting and talking about besides....you know
i remember playing pick up ball with you and my cousin. we were all the same height, and now look at you 6’6” and we still 5’8” good luck in your nba future terrence
That’s why he’s the #1 NCAA 🏀
The future is bright ⭐️ 💫 🌟
I love this dude 😎 ILL 🧡💙
🙄
I'm surprised they haven't taken this promo down. It was good while it lasted TSJ. You made your mark on the program. Hopefully, you'll do the fanbase proud if you're found to be innocent
No need. He’s a student athlete. You can’t just delete him away.
You need to have your livelihood taken from you and maybe you’ll learn
You back after he was found innocent?
His jumper looks funky
We love Terrence. Terrence is one of the greatest University of Illinois basketball players in team history.
he’s innocent until proven guilty but these are really serious charges and it’s concerning that he was allowed to play on this basketball team by the school while they knew he was under investigation
Bro watch this video. He’s such a good guy there’s no way I believe it’s true until they have evidence
Sounds like the Lawrence police wouldn’t tell the school anything, and no charges were brought until a few days ago. What the hell do you expect the university to do with basically no information other than an incident might have maybe allegedly occurred?
The moment charges were filed, they told him to turn himself in and suspended him.
@@colejames423 That's not LPD's job. As director of the DIA, it was Josh Whitman's job to monitor Shannon's status once Whitman knew Shannon was being investigated for a sex crime in late September. Whitman should have known by 12/5/2023 (when the criminal complaint was filed, and the allegations were substantiated), as several reporters implied at Whitman's 12/29 PC. I expected Whitman to do his job. He was late, because he purposely didn't communicate directly with authorities in Kansas. But ultimately, Whitman did his job on 12/28/2023, when he suspended Shannon. For that, I give Whitman and the University credit.
Stop yapping
So you want him to be punished for an obvious lie. You a clown. You are the problem
I was so happy when he decided to come back for another year and the growth he's shown from last year to this one is unbelievable. I-L-L!
😬
@@jvjustvibes9103troll
@@jvjustvibes9103 update?
And that’s what it takes to be first team all-American
I think bro likes christmas
Love Terrence!!
😳
Now do a day in the life from when he was in Lawrence for the KU-Illinois football game...
Innocent until proven guilty
You should go look at the report of what she’s alleging happened. It’s nowhere near felonious rape by force fear or restraint like he’s being charged with. Actually they didn’t even have sex she’s saying he grabbed her inappropriately in a crowded bar that he didn’t restrain her and she didn’t even say anything to him just walked away. People are so quick to condemn someone there’s a reason for innocent until proven guilty.
@@zachhazelbaker6859 There are four days until this case's first hearing on 1/18. Let's see if the judge finds probable cause on each count (1 for rape and 1 for sexual battery). If the judge in DC District Court does (at least for 1 charge), then this case will continue, as it should.
@@findlisa5 I bet you now hate the fact that Terrence was falsely accused and is, by all accounts, an innocent man
You mean where nothing happened?
TSJ is him. glad he received reprieve from the unfortunate situation last year, hope you do great things with the TWolves in ‘sota. i’ll be cheering for ya
The YT algorithm is crazy.
I can’t believe he has to deal with the false accusations this is ridiculous 💯
He did it to himself...don't feel bad for him.💯 Hopefully he goes to jail
@@Midwest_Gyrlyou a hater 😭😭
@@recap4371facts he didn’t do it
Wait what did I miss ????🤔🤔🤔
@@Midwest_Gyrl Whatever you saw random internet troll.
At 4:58, Shannon says, "I will always talk, and have a conversation with someone, if we did have an altercation, but, I mean, like (Underwood) said, being a leader is uncomfortable. I'm getting pretty comfortable, about being uncomfortable."
Just my opinions and guesses, but this sounds like Shannon explaining how he tried to contact the alleged victim in this case by social media in the time after the incident, so perhaps in September. My guess is that she didn't respond. Again, these are just my guesses.
Or not
I want to meet him one day they need to do a men’s basketball meet and greet
Anyone here after he got charged?
Me
im here. This is my opinion, doubt he did it.
Seems super solid to me. Hard working for real. Goal oriented. Disciplined for real. Strong leadership. The team seems connected. Culturally strong. Team mates seem to trust him, even like him from watching games. Anxious to learn more about him and the allegations. Certainly a sad situation. Praying for all involved. Praying that love wins over hate!
Innocent until proven guilty
I’m here after he got released
Illini lovers
👇
This might not age well.................
EDIT: This aged just fine. Not guilty.
Innocent until proven guilty
You should go look at the report of what she’s alleging happened. It’s nowhere near felonious rape by force fear or restraint like he’s being charged with. Actually they didn’t even have sex she’s saying he grabbed her inappropriately in a crowded bar that he didn’t restrain her and she didn’t even say anything to him just walked away. People are so quick to condemn someone there’s a reason for innocent until proven guilty.
@@zachhazelbaker6859 Shannon was charged with felony rape because, in the state of Kansas, the digital penetration of a woman's vagina is one form of sex, non-consensual sex is rape, and both of these are alleged in this case. We'll start to know in a few days whether the judge finds probable cause for the charge of rape and the charge sexual battery. Most legal experts who have commented publicly on this case expect probable cause to be found on one or both charges. I don't expect this criminal case to be dismissed any time soon unless there is a plea agreement.
But it did . Not guilty
@@zacharybrink5088 Glad for the kid! I'll update it.
So they had to know these charges were floating around...and the university still decided to upload this. ( coaches, staff, AD, etc).
Kid is innocent. You’re a hater. You can look into the eyes of a person and see their soul. He’s a great kid with a great family.
update?
we love you in the orange and blue terrance
Yikes…
@@jvjustvibes9103troll
@@jvjustvibes9103 oops
@@jvjustvibes9103it was a false allegation he was found innocent totally not guilty
Yes I am he is innocent until proven guilty. Go Illini!
He's innocent! Found not guilty
Damn Ubben looks so different inside from last time I was in there.
Who’s here after the L to UConn? Lost by 30 to the best team this century. No shame imo. Great season for a great team and a great player. Gonna miss ya Terrence. ILLINI LEGEND 4LIFE!!!!!
The charge - I saw that - that was the saddest fan moment of my life - I thought there was no way he'd be coming back. Comes back. We win the BTT. The BTT record for most points in a game was 35, TSJ AVERAGED 34. The BTT record for most points scored in a tournament was Keegan Murray in 4 games. TSJ finished 1 point behind. Scored so many points playing just 3 games. Only had 3 games since Feb. 4th not scoring 20+ points. Finished 3rd in the nation in scoring. We get to the E8 - finally the curse is broken. Averaged 28 in the first 3 March Madness games. Averaged 30 in the 7 game win streak since the Purdue game up until the UConn game in the E8. Now think about all that. That was a RIDE. LEGEND!!!!!
You didn't see him get in the time chamber, he went back in time, and in his reality he is now playing in the final 4
What a nice dude
TSJ 🐐
Algorithm crazy
When does this guy go to class?
Anyone here after he was found innocent?
Yup tsj is the man.
Technically
Not guilty . 👍
Am I the only one who thought that was markelle faultz?
My favorite player this year who I won’t get to see finish. Complete bull
It made me so sad.
TSJ sounds like Lil Baby. Hell ya
i like this kid and i’m not
from
illinois.
Im from illinois. Best kid ive ever seen play.
he lost to my hogs last year (illinois)!and hogs again (tournament) when he was at texas tech. hogs achilles hill. but not this year as Hogs not looking good this year 😂😂😂
@@jd3l3on I am really sad that illini lost against purdue on friday, but overall we are actually doing alright without him. Wish we could have him back though.
Go Tj Go!
bro give juice wrld vibes
chicago
Good kids
This aged very well
You should go look at the report of what she’s alleging happened. It’s nowhere near felonious rape by force fear or restraint like he’s being charged with. Actually they didn’t even have sex she’s saying he grabbed her inappropriately in a crowded bar that he didn’t restrain her and she didn’t even say anything to him just walked away. People are so quick to condemn someone there’s a reason for innocent until proven guilty. Your comment isn’t aging well.
@@zachhazelbaker6859 Shannon was charged with felony rape because, in the state of Kansas, the digital penetration of a woman's vagina is one form of sex, non-consensual sex is rape, and both of these are alleged in this case. We'll start to know in a few days whether the judge finds probable cause for the charge of rape and the charge sexual battery. Most legal experts who have commented publicly on this case expect probable cause to be found on one or both charges. I don't expect this criminal case to be dismissed any time soon unless there is a plea agreement.
Your comment aged worse
@@findlisa5found not guilty
found not guilty
Hope this wasn't filmed in Kansas
You mean where nothing happened?
Filmed in your mom’s bedroom.
Future maverick
W mans
Unsuspended my guy
Massaging a grown man's feet with your bare hands is nuts. That's a pretty sus career choice
welp
HUMBLE MF GOAT
Let him play, innocent till proven guilty
Let him be suspended, until his case is resolved.
L @@findlisa5
@@findlisa5you are what’s wrong with the system
@@findlisa5 dumbass
He is my cousin
ILL
When does he go to class?
You apparently didn’t watch the whole video. It was filmed during finals week and he’s already completed his last final.
man...this is just sad to watch now...
$ hungry chicks now a days. Better to video your every move if you're famous.
That was known 30 yrs ago. Check the FSU kicker scott Bentley from way back
That jumper’s getting swatted into third row in the G league
I'd anyone worried about him
I pray Terrence Shannon Jr. can get through this. I want him to focus on his studies and training. I want him to do the best he can to understand and assist his lawyers to advance his legal arguments. He can absolutely get through this. He must hang in there over the next week or two, when critical steps will occur in his criminal case in Kansas and his federal case in Illinois. When the right time comes (he and his lawyers will know when), I expect him to simplify his situation and take steps to move past his troubles. This might involve a plea agreement.
If TSJ can't play basketball for the University of Illinois, he should still continue to train and prepare for when his criminal case is resolved. Personally, I hope that change can occur in March of this year, if not before. So, by June, things could be a lot different regarding his future. His lawyers can help him with that. His family can support him. Many fans will support him too. With all that in mind, I don't worry. I think TSJ can be okay.
nope
The school was made aware of these rape allegations in September, yet continued to pump out content celebrating this guy throughout the season? Big time OOF moment. Now these videos seem extremely tone-deaf from the Illinois administration in hindsight.
yea exactly. this was all 90 days ago, allegedly. why the long wait?
University was not aware that it was for rape nor were they provided any evidence or information at all other than that he was under investigation. They'd be essentially suspending him blindly. People like you need to stop make comments on things you don't understand.
It sounds like the school wasn’t aware of how serious the allegations were, and they weren’t given any info by the PD in Lawrence when they reached out.
Not really sure what you expect the university to do with that total lack of information. You think they should just suspend him on the basis of … pretty much nothing?
In any case, allegations are allegations. Hopefully over time, we’ll get more details on the whole incident and everyone’s response to it. It’s too early to be judging anything at this point.
Innocent until proven guilty
You should go look at the report of what she’s alleging happened. It’s nowhere near felonious rape by force fear or restraint like he’s being charged with. Actually they didn’t even have sex she’s saying he grabbed her inappropriately in a crowded bar that he didn’t restrain her and she didn’t even say anything to him just walked away. People are so quick to condemn someone there’s a reason for innocent until proven guilty.
🥺🥲
Just got charged with rape
yeah not proven he did it yet
Charged, not convicted.
Read the allegations. A woman said he touched him inappropriately in a bar, and in Kansas they call that "rape". He is innocent until proven guilty.
Just got ruled not guilty
it was a false allegation he was found innocent totally not guilty
well that didn't age well
Your comment didn't age well
Yes it did. He was always innocent jury just confirmed it
aged terribly
You should go look at the report of what she’s alleging happened. It’s nowhere near felonious rape by force fear or restraint like he’s being charged with. Actually they didn’t even have sex she’s saying he grabbed her inappropriately in a crowded bar that he didn’t restrain her and she didn’t even say anything to him just walked away. People are so quick to condemn someone there’s a reason for innocent until proven guilty. Your comment isn’t aging well.
@@zachhazelbaker6859 Shannon was charged with felony rape because, in the state of Kansas, the digital penetration of a woman's vagina is one form of sex, non-consensual sex is rape, and both of these are alleged in this case. We'll start to know in a few days whether the judge finds probable cause for the charge of rape and the charge sexual battery. Most legal experts who have commented publicly on this case expect probable cause to be found on one or both charges. I don't expect this criminal case to be dismissed any time soon unless there is a plea agreement.
Your comment didn't age well.
This comment didn't age well
I’m here after he got released
When you engage in *USUAL SUSPECT* behavior, you jeopardize your future potential riches. SmH
Can you update us on what happened?
Not guilty. Racist
Dont worry, in time instincts will kick in and he'll eventually do something to land himself in the Big House....smh
@@kendallhughes7507 damn you just ate a big bowl of racist flakes
@@kendallhughes7507 he has way better manners than you
Cant believe this thug is still playing..
Bro he seems so nice I bet it’s just another one of these cases where he’s just accused and he didn’t actually do it
@@Quandel12622 yeah, I suppose..I've read all the details I could find and it seems like he's guilty...But I hear ya.
thug is crazy
lmao he was found innocent and the prosecution had no evidence, why don't you inform yourself before insulting a great basketball player?
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Innocent til proven guilty yes... but if Illinois knew about this situation back in September, he shouldn't have been allowed to play simple..
So if someone gets accused of something no matter what they can’t play? F that
@@poopoomangione Look what’s happening now, he’s not playing.. it’s a distraction, should’ve been taken care of in Sept, Situation sucks for all parties involved but imo I believe that’s the best way to go about it..
@@_Michael.Knight He’s not playing because the Kansas DA decided to make it a charge. Charge vs. accusation are totally different. No way anyone is gonna suspend a player based on an accusation alone.
@@poopoomangione Actually, regarding Division of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) policy, a criminal charge is one form of a substantiated allegation. If it is a felony criminal charge, then it is a major offense according to DIA policy, and, while it isn't yet resolved, it can result in a suspension of a student athlete from team activities. This is exactly TSJ's situation right now regarding the University of Illinois DIA.
So, related to your post, Kansas DA Jennifer Tatum charged Shannon with felony rape and sexual battery on 12/5, AD Witman suspended Shannon on 12/28 based on those criminal charges (which count as substantiated allegations of major offenses), the DIA 3-person panel upheld Shannon's suspension and made his suspension indefinite (so until his criminal case is resolved).
Not quite so simple Michael. The University of Illinois DIA must have a "substantiated allegation" according to DIA policy, not just info that a student athlete is being interviewed or investigated by police, as Shannon was by the LPD back in September. So, it wasn't until 12/05/2023, that a strong form of that substantiated allegation existed, namely the filed criminal complaint. Finally, the DIA had to possess that document. AD Josh Witman should have known out it by communicating directly with the relevant authorities in Kansas on a regular basis. Whitman said he didn't, which was unfortunate, since this was arguably his responsibility. Yet, when the Kansas court later issued a warrant for Shannon's arrest on 12/27, Whitman finally obtained a copy of the criminal complaint from social media, and suspended Shannon on 12/28. So, IMO, Shannon should have been suspended on or just after 12/5, as several reporters implied in the Q&A at the end of Whitman's 12/29 press conference.
Travesty he’s playing. What does this say to women of sexual assault? Illinois should be embarrassed and ashamed
Innocent until proven guilty
ashamed of what? He's innocent
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He was found innocent like he told the school Wich shows the relationship between the school and their athletes
You a punk. I accuse you of touching my son (who doesn’t exist) you should go to jail until you prove yourself innocent