LAWRENCE, Kan. -- Kansas leading rusher John
Randle was dismissed from the team Monday after being charged with
hitting a man outside a bar.
Randle, a sophomore, was charged with misdemeanor battery for allegedly
striking a man early Sunday morning in front of a downtown bar. Police
said an officer saw the altercation and arrested the 20-year-old Randle.
Randle led Kansas with 540 yards rushing last season.
"We will continue to support and help John in any way we possibly can,"
coach Mark Mangino said in a statement released Monday night. "We have
encouraged him to continue his education at KU. If he decides to do so,
we will honor his scholarship."
Randle was ordered to appear in Douglas County District Court on April
14.
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