UAB Football Players
Released From Hospital
… Days After Stabbing
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Two University of Alabama at Birmingham soccer gamers have been launched from the hospital … simply days after they have been allegedly stabbed by their teammate, who’s now dealing with an tried murder cost.
Blazers interim head coach Alex Mortensen, who took over when Trent Dilfer was fired in October, shared the excellent news whereas talking with the media Monday afternoon.
“I’ve had the opportunity to sit with our injured players and their families, and they are okay with me telling you that they have left the hospital and are recovering,” the coach stated.
“They appreciate everyone’s thoughts and prayers.”
The injured gamers have been recognized in court paperwork as defensive linemen Josh Underwood (freshman) and JaSire Peterson (redshirt sophomore).
Daniel Mincey, a 6’3″, 315 lb. offensive lineman (redshirt freshman), was arrested and charged with aggravated assault, along with the tried murder cost, for the alleged on-campus incident.
In addition to offering the replace on his injured gamers, Mortensen additionally thanked first responders, trainers, and medical personnel for his or her response to the incident.
Details surrounding the stabbing are nonetheless unclear, together with any potential motive.
Despite the violent incident involving three UAB gamers, the Blazers nonetheless opted to play Saturday’s recreation in opposition to USF, simply hours after the stabbing … a recreation they misplaced 48-18.
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