Eric Devendorf Given Community Service; Can Return to Syracuse Spring Semester

The Syracuse University appeals board assigned to determine the fate of junior guard Eric Devendorf has ruled that Devendorf can "petition to be readmitted for the spring 2009 semester," under the condition he completes 40 hours of community service. Read the story from the Syracuse Student Newspaper here. http://sports.dailyorange.com/?p=2518 The spring semester begins Monday, Jan. 12. Devendorf will adhere to the ruling, which includes him serving the suspension that will now force him to miss at least six games, starting with tomorrow night's matchup with Memphis. While the Orange will miss him, assuming Devendorf can complete his hours in a timely fashion, he should be able to reclaim his spot in the starting lineup in time for the team's Jan. 14 matchup with conference rival Georgetown, a game which begins a stretch of games against Notre Dame, Pittsburgh, and Louisville, all residing in the top 25. In his absence, expect to see more of backup shooting guard Andy Rautins, who, like ... (link)