Audit of Binghamton athletics shows lack of academic compliance, weak oversight of program

Report: Weak oversight of Binghampton athletics

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — A four-month investigation into troubles in the Binghamton University athletic department found school officials failed to act when problems arose, including dubious enrollments and lax enforcement of academic standards for athletes.

A 99-page report recommends hiring an “athletic oversight officer” for the entire State University of New York system, reporting to the chancellor and Board of Trustees on admissions, the academic progress and behavior of student-athletes, and rules compliance.

SUNY began its investigation in October after a series of events decimated the men’s basketball team. Six players were kicked off the team after one was arrested on cocaine charges and coach Kevin Broadus was suspended with pay.

The outside review led by the state’s former chief judge cost more than $900,000.