“Clearly, an appeal that resulted in harsher sanctions would effectively chill the willingness of NCAA member institutions to exercise their right to appeal decisions in infractions cases,” Memphis’ rebuttal states. “The Appeals Committee has a duty to protect the integrity of the process by protecting appellants from dire consequences for initiating an appeal.”

Indeed. The NCAA Committee on Infractions is behaving unethically, and I’m proud of Memphis for standing up to them.

Great find, WW. As always.