The investigation, conducted by the NCAA, focused on allegations of gambling on college sports, specifically on the men’s swimming team. The review found evidence of inappropriate behavior, including the use of a gambling app and the sharing of betting information among team members. This behavior violated NCAA rules, which prohibit athletes from engaging in gambling activities.

NCAA enforcement staff are actively investigating the program, and the program’s future remains uncertain. This suspension is a significant blow to the program’s reputation and could have long-lasting consequences for the program’s future. The program’s history of success, including its national championship wins, is being overshadowed by this scandal. The NCAA’s investigation is expected to be lengthy and complex, potentially taking months or even years to complete. The investigation will likely focus on recruiting violations, academic misconduct, and potential violations of other NCAA rules. The suspension of the program is a major setback for the program’s athletic department, as it impacts the department’s budget and revenue streams.

The university’s investigation revealed that the athletic department had a culture of secrecy and a lack of oversight. This culture of secrecy was evident in the way the department handled information about student-athletes, including their academic performance, disciplinary actions, and personal lives. This lack of oversight led to the penalties imposed on students who were not involved in the violations.