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Sponsor Our ArticlesColumbia, S.C. – Suspended South Carolina forward Ashlyn Watkins has had the charges against her dismissed, as indicated by online judicial records. Watkins faced serious allegations of assault and kidnapping starting on August 31, which resulted in her suspension from the women’s college basketball team.
Watkins, who was a pivotal player in South Carolina’s recent national championship success, did not attend the team’s White House visit, which took place in September when they were honored by President Biden. According to court documents, her assault charge was officially dismissed on November 1 after Watkins completed a pre-trial intervention program designed for first-time offenders in the state of South Carolina.
The Fifth Circuit Solicitor’s Office explains that the pre-trial intervention program is primarily for first-time offenders charged with nonviolent crimes. A spokesperson confirmed that the first-degree assault charge against Watkins was not deemed a violent offense. Meanwhile, the kidnapping charge was dismissed at the discretion of the prosecutor, April Sampson.
Reports from the University of South Carolina campus police department highlighted that a video recorded an altercation between Watkins and her girlfriend, who was a minor. This incident led to the initial charges that then suspended the young athlete from her collegiate team. As of now, inquiries have been made concerning whether Watkins’ suspension has been formally lifted.
The Gamecocks kicked off their basketball season on Monday night with a surprising 68-62 victory over Michigan in Las Vegas. Next, they are set to face a challenging opponent in No. 9 N.C. State, which will take place in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Sunday.
This 6-foot-3 forward played a crucial role during South Carolina’s impressive 38-0 national title season. Led by her skills, Watkins finished the season as the Southeastern Conference leader with 91 blocks. She also contributed an average of 9.2 points and held the second position on her team with 7.4 rebounds per game. Notably, she made history by recording dunks in both her freshman and sophomore seasons, marking the first two dunks in the program’s history.
As Watkins looks forward to returning to the basketball court, there are expectations that she will play an even more important role for the Gamecocks this season. Further inquiries have been directed to her attorney, Rep. Todd Rutherford, for any additional comments regarding her case and future plans.
The unfolding of this story continues to interest many fans and followers of college basketball, especially as the season progresses. The legal outcomes and Watkins’ potential return to the team are aspects that will be closely monitored.
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