The ongoing investigation into college hoops corruption now has a UK coach linked to the scandal.
In federal court today, texts and emails from Nike executives emerged that involve recruiting in the prospective athletes from the Nike EYBL.
According to a report from Yahoo Sports, a UK assistant coach was brought up in a text message discussion between himself and Nike executive Carlton DeBose, who is the director of the Nike EYBL. In the exhibits, the initials “KP” are attached to it, which suggests its UK associate coach Kenny Payne.
In the message, DeBose discussed payments for “about 10 (EYBL) coaches who are helping families to the total of about 200K annually.