Attorney for Aden Holloway comments on case, possible hearing date
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An attorney representing Alabama guard Aden Holloway has issued a comment on the case.
Jason Neff told AL.com’s Nick Kelly on Tuesday that there’s “no evidence” Holloway was selling or distributing the marijuana that was found in his possession by police on Monday morning.
“What we’ve learned so far, even though it was a large quantity of marijuana, it’s personal use on his part. Sounds like there’s no evidence of drug distribution or sales,” Neff told Kelly.
Reports first broke on Monday that Holloway had been arrested for possessing more than 1 pound of marijuana. He’s currently away from the team pending investigation. According to Neff, a hearing with the UA Office of Student Conduct could happen next week.
Depending on the outcome of that hearing, it’s possible Holloway would be eligible to play for Alabama again in the Sweet 16 if the Crimson Tide make it that far in the tournament.
Holloway was charged with first-degree possession of marijuana-not for personal use, which is a felony in Alabama. He was also charged with failure to affix a tax stamp, another felony in Alabama.
Alabama coach Nate Oats said Monday that the team is preparing to play without Holloway, the team’s No. 2 scorer and starting guard, in the NCAA Tournament this week. Holloway is averaging 16.8 points per game this season and is a big reason why the Crimson Tide have one of the best offenses in the country.
Alabama will face No. 14-seed Hofstra in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday.
Spenser is a news editor for Saturday Down South and covers college football across all Saturday Football brands.
