Jay Hedgeman issued summons for posession

[CrazyCajun]

Oh...so going that cop out route.

I seem to remember some time ago that (I don't remember who) people were saying that the guy was did nothing wrong and that it was Marlin was the problem. Now its Marlin's fault for bringing him to UL? Give me a break! That's a bull____ argument and you know it.

I also seem to remember that people were saying that if he broke the team rules, THAT THE SCHOOL INSURES HE KNOWS, then he deserves whatever punishment is handed to him.

But of course, it has to be the coaches fault. Maybe, one of the problems with his assistants is that they don't agree with the punishment. Maybe his assistant didn't want to discipline the guys and that's why there is dissension n the program.
I get that some people don’t like the coaches and administrators, but now the issue is brought to light it’s Marlin’s fault!
OK…I am sure that Robe has had his share of kids that has done the EXACT same thing. I mean, his players are getting DWI’s! Robe brought the kid here…its his fault he got the DWI!
I know…stupid argument…Kind of like your argument saying it is Marlin’s fault that Hedge CHOSE to break the law.

No but he is in charge of the program... If he brings kids that are constantly in trouble it would be on him. That's not the point, Now this kid was dismissed and now that he has possession charge it somehow negates that kids keep leaving the prigram? Your argument is stupid...Davis just had to be begged to stay in the program. Hassani Gavett who left? Because he wasn't "good enough " to play under Marlin? Committed to South Carolina recently. It's Marlins problem because he is the head coach.

[NewsCopy]

Officers responded to a physical altercation at the UL Lafayette Conference Center on Rex Street and found illicit drugs on the suspect after breaking up the altercation, according to the police report.

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[Ragin' Caleb]

Lots of kids get in trouble without being thrown out of their respective programs. Hailey Hayden was arrested for DUI (which is a misdemeanor) and was not released. I'm not sure what has gone on with this program but it should take more than a possession charge to get you thrown to the curb.

Robe suspended Colten Lee for the same offense though. Hayden got off CLEAN compared to most.

[Ragin' Caleb]

Hedge gets in trouble. "This is Marlin's fault". Colten Lee, Hayden "Kid just made a mistake". Make up your mind. Can't have it both ways

[CajunRebel]

Lots of kids get in trouble without being thrown out of their respective programs. Hailey Hayden was arrested for DUI (which is a misdemeanor) and was not released. I'm not sure what has gone on with this program but it should take more than a possession charge to get you thrown to the curb.

Marijuana is a banned substance by the NCAA. Can you name one NCAA program that doesn't suspend or release players for possessing or using marijuana?

[basinbear]

Does the vermillion edit much.

The university of Lafayette at Louisiana ?

Well I believe we have a new one....

[ZoomZoom]

Was said back when Robe and Mike doled out punishment, it's up to the individual coaches. No problem with Marlin ON THIS CALL. Some guys, well you know, are like Towelee...

[Turbine]

The university of Lafayette at Louisiana ?

I see they are finally extending Louisiana Ave. south past "The university."

[Just1More]

Marijuana is a banned substance by the NCAA. Can you name one NCAA program that doesn't suspend or release players for possessing or using marijuana?

Yes. LSU. The Honey Badger had to be caught 7 times before being booted. His first offense was him stepping forward after winning the urine lottery and admitting he wouldn't pass. LSU's only requirement for a first time offense is they have to visit the counselor and coach. They immediately treat it like an addiction that an athlete just needs counseling to resolve. I have it on direct knowledge that 25% of the LSU football team gets high. Great effort is done on their part to dodge the testing. I'm not condoning or excusing getting high... but many college programs talk tough about pot, but keep their options wide open. They don't suspend or release easily. If the NCAA steps in, and it gets publicized, it's a different story.

[zephyr]

Marijuana is a banned substance by the NCAA. Can you name one NCAA program that doesn't suspend or release players for possessing or using marijuana?

And have you seen how many kids across the country are busted for Marijuana within School athletic programs? BTW, where is it banned? I'm just curious because if it was a truly banned substance wouldn't all of these kids be not allowed to participate in their sport if busted.....Period?

None of us know what happened with Hedgeman and Marlin and whether the kid had become some sort of cancer to the team but if he was in good standing and was cited for a misdemeanor, that is not a reason to kick him to the curb.

[zephyr]

Robe suspended Colten Lee for the same offense though. Hayden got off CLEAN compared to most.

That's the coach's discretion. Its a punishment. Its not an NCAA bylaw or a 50 game suspension. Its up to the coach. I have no problem with Lotief not necessarily punishing Hayden for that. Its an event that we've all done in our lives, especially in college , and while they made a mistake that's exactly what it is. If it happens again, its no longer a mistake, its a trend.

[zephyr]

Marijuana is a banned substance by the NCAA. Can you name one NCAA program that doesn't suspend or release players for possessing or using marijuana?

Suspending and releasing kids is a completely different story don't you think. A suspension is absolutely the right thing to do as a learning tool and punishment. A straight release is different, especially when it hinders that athlete's chances of going to another D-1 school.