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Post by Trojan Warrior on Nov 16, 2013 8:15:59 GMT -6
A Virginia State football player faces assault charges after a bathroom fight left Winston-Salem State's starting quarterback badly beaten during a luncheon for both teams on the eve of their championship game.
Both Division II schools say the CIAA canceled the title game set for Saturday in Winston-Salem. Virginia State player Lamont Britt was arrested Friday and charged with misdemeanor assault inflicting serious injury. Winston-Salem State chancellor Donald Reaves said quarterback Rudy Johnson was "viciously beaten by one or more members of the Virginia State football team." The Winston-Salem Journal, citing multiple anonymous sources, reported that five Virginia State players were involved. Reaves said police were trying to identify the other Virginia State players. "Today's event was supposed to be a celebration for both teams and for all the players who were being recognized for an outstanding season," Reaves said in a statement. "The actions from the Virginia State players certainly changed the outcome for everyone." Johnson had a swollen eye and a cut above his eye, according to the police report. Conference officials say athletes from both schools were in the fight, but Reaves told the Journal that Johnson was the victim. ( Full Story with Video)
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