Morningstar writes apology letter to fans

Senior guard Brady Morningstar congratulates sophomore forward Darrell Arthur during a break. The score was tied during the first half five times, and the lead changed nine times in the first 20 minutes.

Photo by Jon Goering

Senior guard Brady Morningstar congratulates sophomore forward Darrell Arthur during a break. The score was tied during the first half five times, and the lead changed nine times in the first 20 minutes.

Thursday, October 8, 2009

KU basketball player Brady Morningstar released the following letter to the media to apologize to Jayhawk fans.

"Jayhawk Basketball Fans:

Recently I made a regrettable mistake that has let down my family, friends, coaches, teammates, fellow KU student-athletes, the University, KU basketball fans and the State whose name I proudly wear across my chest. I used extremely poor judgment in driving after drinking and violating curfew.

I know the consequences of my poor and embarrassing decisions and want to apologize. Every day in practice, Coach Self and our coaching staff talk to us about the importance of making good decisions whether on the court or off. I sincerely regret the 'black eye' I have given to all of you who have supported me, the University, and especially Kansas Basketball.

Over the years, my parents and coaches have repeatedly warned me about the consequences of drinking and driving. I am extremely thankful that I did not hurt anyone else that night. I have learned an important lesson and I will never forget it. When you drink and drive you are affecting others on the road, as well as the people who love you and are involved in your life. Even if you think you're OK, getting behind the wheel after having any drinks is a dangerous and terrible decision. As I face the consequences of my decisions, I intend to be a good role model by my actions and hope that young people will learn from my mistakes.

I know how lucky and privileged I am to be living my dream and to be part of the best college basketball program in the country. Please accept my sincere apologies for my bad judgment and the embarrassment it has brought to our program. I want you to know that moving forward I will 'represent' this University and basketball program in a very positive way.

Sincerely,

Brady Morningstar"

Comments

KU62 (anonymous) says...

Thanks, Brady, for the statement. I know it is your choice to apologize this way regardless of all the outside pressure. We are proud of (almost) everything you have done as a KU representative and look forward to welcoming you back onto the court.

Chin up and keep those teammates on their toes and aware how much work it takes to earn their minutes.

Thanks again.

ROCK CHALK! GO 'HAWKS!

October 8, 2009 at 5:57 p.m. ( | suggest removal )

dielorelei (anonymous) says...

I wish I was a student athlete so that a letter of apology could get me out of jail free... I hope he at least loses his scholarship.

October 8, 2009 at 6:33 p.m. ( | suggest removal )

pills4profit (anonymous) says...

Hey brady which one of your tutors wrote that one?????????

October 8, 2009 at 7:05 p.m. ( | suggest removal )

lifelessmelancholy (anonymous) says...

Brady - Thank you for apologizing.

Dielorelei - there is no 'get out of jail free card' - he was forced to pay a fine and now is suspended from the team for the semester - seems like a fair price to pay for an amazing athlete who happened to play the wrong move.

Pills - seriously....do you even know Morningstar's collegiate background - he's more than capable of writing his own apology letter.

October 8, 2009 at 7:21 p.m. ( | suggest removal )

Hendrix321 (anonymous) says...

Thanks for the letter of apology. I look forward to seeing you play second semester and representing my alma mater well.

October 8, 2009 at 8:10 p.m. ( | suggest removal )

pantheon (anonymous) says...

I miss the picture of him eating his shirt. It just seemed so appropriate.

October 9, 2009 at 8:46 a.m. ( | suggest removal )

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