The University of Alabama has announced that it will appeal the sanctions that were handed down last week by the NCAA Department of Infractions, involving 16 sports programs and 201 athletes, seven of which were on the football team.
Today, UA President Robert Witt confirmed that the school will file an appeal prior to the 15-day deadline (June 26). Last week's verdict placed the Alabama football program on three years probation, vacating over 20 wins starting in the 2005 season through midway in the 2007 season.
Below is President Witt's statement:
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