University of Pittsburgh Athletics
Pitt Coach Pat Narduzzi Announces Disciplinary Actions
7/28/2017 3:15:00 PM | Football
PITTSBURGH—Pitt head coach Pat Narduzzi announced disciplinary actions for four players prior to the Panthers' opening of training camp on August 1.
"Our program's foundation will always be built on discipline and personal responsibility," Narduzzi said. "These are highly disappointing situations but I am hopeful that each of these young men will be better, stronger and wiser after taking accountability for their actions.
"Alex Bookser will sit out the season-opening game and has also been subject to internal disciplinary measures and accountability. I'm confident he will make better decisions moving forward.
"In addition to sitting out multiple games, Quintin and Jordan will continue to be held accountable to internal standards of conduct."
The Panthers will open their 2017 season on Sept. 2 against Youngstown State at Heinz Field.
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- Senior defensive end Rori Blair has been dismissed from the program for "conduct detrimental to the program."
- Junior offensive tackle Alex Bookser will be suspended for the season opener for his involvement in an offseason legal situation involving a motor vehicle.
- Senior linebacker Quintin Wirginis and junior safety Jordan Whitehead will both be suspended for the opening three games of the season for violation of team policy.
"Our program's foundation will always be built on discipline and personal responsibility," Narduzzi said. "These are highly disappointing situations but I am hopeful that each of these young men will be better, stronger and wiser after taking accountability for their actions.
"Alex Bookser will sit out the season-opening game and has also been subject to internal disciplinary measures and accountability. I'm confident he will make better decisions moving forward.
"In addition to sitting out multiple games, Quintin and Jordan will continue to be held accountable to internal standards of conduct."
The Panthers will open their 2017 season on Sept. 2 against Youngstown State at Heinz Field.
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