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Allegations of abuse and racism swirl around UAB softball coach Taylor Smartt
sports27 days ago

Allegations of abuse and racism swirl around UAB softball coach Taylor Smartt

Sports Illustrated reports damning allegations against UAB softball coach Taylor Smartt, including racist remarks, mental and physical abuse toward players, a reported punching incident during a game against East Carolina, a dangerous preseason drill involving moving a vehicle, and an alleged inappropriate relationship with a player; UAB says it takes concerns seriously and will investigate to ensure a safe environment.

via New York Post|
#abuse#racism#softball
UAB Provides Free Colonoscopies for Low-Income Individuals
health2 years ago

UAB Provides Free Colonoscopies for Low-Income Individuals

UAB is offering free colonoscopies to low-income and underinsured residents in Jefferson County through September 2024, funded by a $120,000 state grant aimed at reducing health disparities in colorectal cancer. The initiative, which has already screened 100 patients, focuses on those from federally qualified health centers and has successfully identified and treated early-stage cancers.

via AL.com|
#colonoscopy#colorectal-cancer#health
"Human Receives First-Ever Pig Kidney Transplant in Medical Breakthrough"
health2 years ago

"Human Receives First-Ever Pig Kidney Transplant in Medical Breakthrough"

Researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham have been involved in developing protocols similar to those used for a recent successful pig kidney transplant into a human. Dr. Jayme Locke published an immunosuppression protocol earlier this year that works well with xenotransplanted pig kidneys, and UAB also published a paper in January showing that pig kidneys in humans can function effectively. The patient who received a genetically modified pig kidney at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston has shown no signs of rejecting the kidney as of the latest check.

via WVTM13 Birmingham|
#health#medical-research#organ-transplant
"Temple-UAB Basketball Game Under Scrutiny for Unusual Betting Activity"
sports2 years ago

"Temple-UAB Basketball Game Under Scrutiny for Unusual Betting Activity"

A gambling monitoring service flagged the Temple-UAB basketball game due to unusual wagering activity, with the point spread jumping considerably in the hours leading up to the game. UAB was initially a 2.5-point favorite but quickly became an 8-point favorite before the game, eventually winning 100-72. Temple stated it would review the reports in accordance with university and NCAA policies, while the AAC and Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board are also looking into the matter.

via The Athletic|
#gambling#ncaa#point-spread
"Unusual Betting Activity Surrounds Temple Men's Basketball Game Against UAB"
sports-college-basketball2 years ago

"Unusual Betting Activity Surrounds Temple Men's Basketball Game Against UAB"

Temple University's men's basketball game against UAB is under review due to unusual betting activity, with the point spread surging from 2 to 8 points in favor of UAB. The American Athletic Conference, a client of gambling watchdog U.S. Integrity, is also involved in the review. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board is investigating the matter, and sportsbooks have noted the suspicious betting activity. The growth of legal sports betting in the U.S. has raised concerns about potential wrongdoing and increased stress on athletes, prompting the NCAA to modify penalties for college athletes involved in sports betting.

via ESPN|
#gambling-watchdog#ncaa#sports-betting
"Unusual Betting Activity Surrounds Temple Basketball Games: A Review of the Investigation"
sports-gambling2 years ago

"Unusual Betting Activity Surrounds Temple Basketball Games: A Review of the Investigation"

A gambling watchdog service flagged unusual late line movement ahead of UAB's blowout win over Temple, prompting scrutiny from the AAC and Temple University. Temple's recent games have been under monitoring by the watchdog service, and the university has stated that it will review the reports in accordance with university and NCAA policies. This incident comes amidst ongoing betting investigations in college sports, including former Alabama baseball coach Brad Bohannon's show-cause penalty and dropped charges against former Iowa State athletes.

via Yahoo Sports|
#line-movement#ncaa#sports-betting
"Gambling Integrity Company Flags Unusual Betting Activity in Temple vs. UAB Game"
sports2 years ago

"Gambling Integrity Company Flags Unusual Betting Activity in Temple vs. UAB Game"

UAB's significant victory over Temple in college basketball raised suspicions due to a major odds shift before the game, prompting gambling integrity company U.S. Integrity to notify casinos about the unusual betting activity. The company, employed by the American Athletic Conference, has been monitoring Temple games and flagged the massive odds shift before UAB's 100-72 win. This comes after Temple's failure to cover the spread in their last two games, leading to increased scrutiny on betting activity surrounding the team.

via New York Post |
#college-basketball#gambling-integrity#odds-shift
"Gambling Watchdog Flags Unusual Betting on Temple vs. UAB Basketball Game"
sports2 years ago

"Gambling Watchdog Flags Unusual Betting on Temple vs. UAB Basketball Game"

The men's basketball game between UAB and Temple raised concerns of "unusual wagering activity" flagged by gambling watchdog company U.S. Integrity, with the betting line shifting significantly before tipoff. UAB went on to win 100-72, while Temple has lost back-to-back games and is being monitored by U.S. Integrity. The watchdog group provides monitoring and education services to college conferences and recently uncovered a gambling scandal involving Alabama baseball.

via Bleacher Report|
#basketball#gambling#sports