Merritt misses 3 tourneys
Men’s head golf coach Rich Merritt missed Nevada’s first two tournaments and will miss one more due to an NCAA violation committed earlier in the season.The fourth-year coach admitted that he had violated departmental and NCAA rules and was willing to accept the consequences deemed necessary.
“After an investigation, we determined that there had been a violation of NCAA rules, we self-reported it and then decided on the appropriate penalty,” athletic director Cary Groth said. “As a department, we are committed to following NCAA rules and investigating any possible violations. Rich understands the importance of following department and NCAA rules and will work diligently to follow them in the future.”
Merritt’s suspension began with the first tournament of the year, as he did not travel with the team to the Saint Mary’s Invitational in Pebble Beach, Calif., on Sept. 8 and 9.
He also stayed behind as the Wolf Pack traveled to Birmingham, Ala., for the Shoal Creek Invitational this past week.
Merritt will conclude his suspension at next week’s home tournament, the Wolf Pack Classic. Nevada is set to play at Wolf Run Golf Course on Oct. 8 and 9.
“This has been a valuable lesson in my career,” Merritt said. “The University of Nevada operates with the highest degree of integrity, and I am committed to upholding the standards and expectations of being a part of the Wolf Pack family. I look forward to moving on with our team and getting back on the road with them after the Wolf Pack Classic.”
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