The SWAC announced Tuesday that it did not find any violations committed by Jackson State football in its investigation into alleged stealing of Arkansas-Pine Bluff practice film.
“After conducting a comprehensive review of the information received, which included an IT analysis provided by DVSport INC, both oral and written statements, written statements from both institutions, individual interviews, along with the consultation of legal counsel, the Conference Office does not have enough substantial evidence to prove any allegations of unethical conduct by Jackson State University,” the SWAC said in a statement, adding that the investigation has officially concluded.
An ESPN report from Friday said Arkansas-Pine Bluff alleged that Jackson State obtained UAPB practice film before the two teams played on Nov. 2. Jackson State won 41-3 at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium.
The SWAC told the Clarion Ledger on Friday that it was “looking into the allegations that were made.” However, Jackson State claimed the “matter was closed.”
“The Southwestern Athletic Conference upholds an extremely high standard of integrity with all aspects related to athletic competition and we will continue to take proactive steps to ensure fair competition within all sponsored sports,” the SWAC also said in the statement.
The Tigers (10-2, 8-0 SWAC) and coach TC Taylor are hosting Southern (7-4, 6-1) in the conference championship game on Dec. 7 (1 p.m., ESPN2).
Sam Sklar is the Mississippi State beat reporter for the Clarion Ledger. Email him at ssklar@gannett.com and follow him on X @sklarsam_.
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