Field Level Media
11 Sep 2025, 03:35 GMT+10
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The eligibility of former Fresno State players Jalen Weaver, Mykell Robinson and Steven Vasquez have been permanently revoked due to their involvement in gambling, including betting on their own games, the NCAA's Committee on Infractions said Wednesday.
Robinson last played for Fresno State on Jan. 11 and Weaver's last appearance was on Feb. 18. Vasquez transferred to San Jose State before the season and last played for the Spartans on Feb. 11.
'As part of a coordinated effort, the student-athletes bet on their own games, one another's games and/or provided information that enabled others to do so during the 2024-25 regular season. Two of the student-athletes then manipulated their performances to ensure that certain bets were won. As a result, they violated ethical conduct rules, triggering permanent ineligibility,' the NCAA said.
Robinson and Vasquez conspired to place bets on Robinson to underperform during a Jan. 7 game between Fresno State and Colorado State. The three bets totaling $2,200 were flagged by a Nevada sportsbook operator with one of the bets made by Vazquez, according to the NCAA. The players netted $15,950.
Robinson took just four shots and had three points, two rebounds and no assists during the contest.
According to the NCAA, Robinson placed 13 prop bets on daily fantasy sites between Dec. 11, 2024 and Jan. 11, 2025.
Weaver cooperated with the investigation and agreed to his violations. Robinson and Vasquez declined to cooperate.
'I respect the NCAA's decision and I've taken accountability,' Weaver told ESPN in a text message. 'My focus is now on my professional career, where I'm committed to proving myself of the court.'
Weaver, a guard, averaged 12.5 points and 3.9 rebounds in 25 games (24 starts) last season. He played two seasons with the Bulldogs after beginning his career in Nevada.
Robinson, a guard, averaged 10.3 points and 6.2 rebounds in 17 games (16 starts) last season. Earlier in his career, he played at North Texas.
Vasquez, a guard, played in 18 games for Fresno State over three seasons (2021-24) before transferring. He saw action in 11 games for San Jose State last season and averaged 2.1 points and 0.9 rebounds.
Fresno State said it shared information it learned with the infractions committee.
'Fresno State holds itself to the highest standards of integrity, character and sportsmanship, and has an unwavering commitment to compliance with all NCAA and conference rules,' Fresno State said in a statement. 'The University proactively shared reported information concerning sports wagering activity with the NCAA and worked collaboratively with the NCAA staff throughout the investigation.
'While the eligibility consequences for the former student-athletes are significant, the case ultimately resulted in a Level III/Secondary violation and no sanctions for the institution. The University continues to have confidence in the Fresno State Athletics' culture and is grateful to conclude this matter.'
--Field Level Media
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