New Jersey and Ohio have both issued emergency orders to ban sports gamblers from placing wagers on games involving Alabama baseball, and now the Southeastern Conference has addressed the controversy that involves a member institution.
SEC commissioner Greg Sankey released a statement regarding the ongoing suspension of wagering for Alabama baseball.
“We are aware of reports related to the suspension of wagering Alabama baseball games,” Sankey said Wednesday night. “We will continue to monitor available information and any regulatory activity. As many states have acted to legalize sports gambling, we are reminded of the threats gambling may pose on competitive integrity. Together with our member universities, we will continue to emphasize the importance of regulating, overseeing and providing education related to sports gambling activity.”
