Marcus Vick suspended for the season - The Orange Mane

winstoncup bronco · 08-03-2004, 05:01 PM

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=1851263

Virginia Tech quarterback Marcus Vick pleaded guilty Tuesday to reckless driving and no contest to marijuana possession, shortly after he was suspended from the university for the 2004 season.

The younger brother of Atlanta Falcons quarterback and former Hokies' star Michael Vick was fined $300 and his driver's license was suspended for 60 days for reckless driving. As part of a plea agreement, he was placed in a first offender program on the marijuana charge.

Vick refused to answer reporters' questions outside the courthouse, but his lawyers distributed a written statement from his client. Vick apologized and said he intends to return to Virginia Tech.

"I have learned a great deal from the mistakes I have made," the statement said. "I will work hard to earn respect as an athlete and a person. I understand that I had a responsibility to conduct myself appropriately at all times and will work to do that. I am asking that Virginia Tech, and the other people who support me, not give up on me."

The first offender program will require Vick to perform 24 hours of community service, undergo drug counseling and random drug tests, and give up his driver's license for an additional six months.

The judge ordered Vick to return to court on Aug. 9, 2005, to determine whether he has met all the requirements.

The 20-year-old has had a series of run-ins with the law this offseason.

In May, he was convicted on three counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor after he and two teammates gave alcohol to 14- and 15-year-old girls at the players' apartment. He was acquitted of a charge of having sex with one of the girls and was sentenced to 30 days in jail and fined $2,250.

The reckless driving and marijuana possession charges were filed against Vick last month after an early morning traffic stop on Interstate 64 in New Kent Kent County. He was clocked on radar at 86 mph, 21 mph above the speed limit, state police said. The traffic stop led to the marijuana possession charge.

Re-admittance to the university is contingent on Vick's successful completion of a drug education and counseling program.

Athletic director Jim Weaver said he told Vick any further criminal, athletic or university violations will result in Vick's permanent dismissal from Virginia Tech sports.

The suspension "is a stiff penalty," Virginia Tech president Charles Steger said. "Vick won't play this year and loses that year of eligibility. If there is any more trouble, his Virginia Tech career is effectively ended."

Weaver added: "This action also gives Marcus a chance to right himself. Fundamentally, he's a good person and we want to see him succeed."

Vick, a redshirt sophomore, was expected to challenge senior Bryan Randall for the quarterback's job this season after the two essentially shared the job last season.

Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer said in a statement the team will support Vick.

"Marcus Vick is a young man with a good heart who has made some poor decisions but still has an opportunity to have a bright future," Beamer said.

In the case involving the teenage girls, tailback Mike Imoh, 19, was sentenced to 10 days in jail and fined $750. Wide receiver Brenden Hill, 19, was sentenced to 20 days in jail and fined $1,500. Imoh and Hill were suspended for three games.

Vick and his teammates are appealing their convictions to Montgomery County Circuit Court. According to The Washington Post, Vick's is scheduled for Jan. 10 and 11, Imoh's for Sept. 16 and 17 and Hill's for Oct. 20 and 21.

Vick also was suspended for one game last season for a violation of team policy. He had been placed on indefinite suspension one month ago.

Tredici · 08-03-2004, 07:06 PM

Perhaps Tech will set a long overdue precedence.

TheManeMan · 08-04-2004, 02:01 AM

I also heard that he wants to transfer to to Georgia Southern...

Garcia Bronco · 08-05-2004, 05:05 AM

He issued a statement/apology to everyone...listing his brother and sisters first....about wanting to do it right from now on and returning to Tech Football...I don't think it will happen, but as of now I don't care one way or the other. As an Alumni, I want the honor of my school preserved.

Jens1893 · 01-18-2005, 01:29 PM

and he´s been reinstated. how many years of eligibility has he got left?

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BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) -- Virginia Tech quarterback Marcus Vick was cleared Monday to rejoin the team after being suspended this season because of a night of drinking with underage girls.

The younger brother of Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick joined his teammates for a meeting, re-enrolled at the university and started classes. The university and head coach Frank Beamer cleared the 20-year-old to return to all football-related activities after being suspended for the fall semester.

Marcus Vick was arrested in February 2004, along with teammates Mike Imoh and Brenden Hill, after an encounter with 14- and 15-year-old girls at the quarterback's apartment in Blacksburg. Vick avoided jail by pleading no contest to a misdemeanor charge.

Vick also pleaded guilty to reckless driving and no contest to marijuana possession after a traffic stop last summer.

``I'm excited to be back -- I missed this place,'' Vick said in a statement. ``I know that I hurt a lot of people who only want to see me succeed. I'd like to try to make that up to them. I'm appreciative to the university and Coach Beamer for giving me this opportunity. Now I'm ready to put the past behind me and concentrate on the future.''

Updated on Monday, Jan 17, 2005 6:20 pm EST

Garcia Bronco · 01-18-2005, 08:07 PM

Plenty...I'm glad he re-enrolled....good for him

SoCalBronco · 01-18-2005, 08:09 PM

I think the state of virginia needs to put out an amber alert immediately for all girls 14 and under...

Saulbadguy · 01-18-2005, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by SoCalBronco

I think the state of virginia needs to put out an amber alert immediately for all girls 14 and under...

DenFan going to Virginia?

SoCalBronco · 01-18-2005, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Saulbadguy

DenFan going to Virginia?

Rep for Saul.

FADERPROOF · 01-18-2005, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Saulbadguy

DenFan going to Virginia?

That rep just might be back to -400 soon...

Garcia Bronco · 01-21-2005, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by SoCalBronco

I think the state of virginia needs to put out an amber alert immediately for all girls 14 and under...

08-03-2004, 05:01 PM	#1
winstoncup bronco Crew Chief Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: NEW YORK CITY, USA Posts: 5,061	Marcus Vick suspended for the season http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=1851263 Virginia Tech quarterback Marcus Vick pleaded guilty Tuesday to reckless driving and no contest to marijuana possession, shortly after he was suspended from the university for the 2004 season. The younger brother of Atlanta Falcons quarterback and former Hokies' star Michael Vick was fined $300 and his driver's license was suspended for 60 days for reckless driving. As part of a plea agreement, he was placed in a first offender program on the marijuana charge. Vick refused to answer reporters' questions outside the courthouse, but his lawyers distributed a written statement from his client. Vick apologized and said he intends to return to Virginia Tech. "I have learned a great deal from the mistakes I have made," the statement said. "I will work hard to earn respect as an athlete and a person. I understand that I had a responsibility to conduct myself appropriately at all times and will work to do that. I am asking that Virginia Tech, and the other people who support me, not give up on me." The first offender program will require Vick to perform 24 hours of community service, undergo drug counseling and random drug tests, and give up his driver's license for an additional six months. The judge ordered Vick to return to court on Aug. 9, 2005, to determine whether he has met all the requirements. The 20-year-old has had a series of run-ins with the law this offseason. In May, he was convicted on three counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor after he and two teammates gave alcohol to 14- and 15-year-old girls at the players' apartment. He was acquitted of a charge of having sex with one of the girls and was sentenced to 30 days in jail and fined $2,250. The reckless driving and marijuana possession charges were filed against Vick last month after an early morning traffic stop on Interstate 64 in New Kent Kent County. He was clocked on radar at 86 mph, 21 mph above the speed limit, state police said. The traffic stop led to the marijuana possession charge. Re-admittance to the university is contingent on Vick's successful completion of a drug education and counseling program. Athletic director Jim Weaver said he told Vick any further criminal, athletic or university violations will result in Vick's permanent dismissal from Virginia Tech sports. The suspension "is a stiff penalty," Virginia Tech president Charles Steger said. "Vick won't play this year and loses that year of eligibility. If there is any more trouble, his Virginia Tech career is effectively ended." Weaver added: "This action also gives Marcus a chance to right himself. Fundamentally, he's a good person and we want to see him succeed." Vick, a redshirt sophomore, was expected to challenge senior Bryan Randall for the quarterback's job this season after the two essentially shared the job last season. Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer said in a statement the team will support Vick. "Marcus Vick is a young man with a good heart who has made some poor decisions but still has an opportunity to have a bright future," Beamer said. In the case involving the teenage girls, tailback Mike Imoh, 19, was sentenced to 10 days in jail and fined $750. Wide receiver Brenden Hill, 19, was sentenced to 20 days in jail and fined $1,500. Imoh and Hill were suspended for three games. Vick and his teammates are appealing their convictions to Montgomery County Circuit Court. According to The Washington Post, Vick's is scheduled for Jan. 10 and 11, Imoh's for Sept. 16 and 17 and Hill's for Oct. 20 and 21. Vick also was suspended for one game last season for a violation of team policy. He had been placed on indefinite suspension one month ago.

01-18-2005, 08:09 PM	#7
SoCalBronco Nixonite Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Arcadia, CA Posts: 33,509 Adopt-a-Bronco: D.J. Williams	I think the state of virginia needs to put out an amber alert immediately for all girls 14 and under... __________________ ITS A PLAYOFF HOCKEY NIGHT IN PITTSBURGH!

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08-03-2004, 07:06 PM	#2
Tredici Ring of Famer Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 10,010	Perhaps Tech will set a long overdue precedence.

08-04-2004, 02:01 AM	#3
TheManeMan Ring of Famer DPOY Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Sherman Oaks, CA Posts: 5,659	I also heard that he wants to transfer to to Georgia Southern...

08-05-2004, 05:05 AM	#4
Garcia Bronco Hokie since 1993 Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 46,001 Adopt-a-Bronco: Tom Jackson	He issued a statement/apology to everyone...listing his brother and sisters first....about wanting to do it right from now on and returning to Tech Football...I don't think it will happen, but as of now I don't care one way or the other. As an Alumni, I want the honor of my school preserved.

01-18-2005, 08:07 PM	#6
Garcia Bronco Hokie since 1993 Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 46,001 Adopt-a-Bronco: Tom Jackson	Plenty...I'm glad he re-enrolled....good for him