His career at Marshall was short lived.  Freshman guard Kelvin Amayo abruptly left the basketball team Monday.

Amayo just joined the Thundering Herd in December.  The Newark, N.J. native was a non-qualifier and had been on campus since January 2012 but wasn’t allowed to practice with the team until Dec. 20.  He made his debut with The Herd two days later when Marshall travelled to Rupp Arena and tangle with Kentucky.

“We were surprised and caught off guard by Kelvin’s timing in deciding to transfer after a little over a week of practice and three games since becoming eligible,” said head coach Tom Herrion. “We wish him the best in the future.”

Amayo had played in three games averaging 2.7 points per game and 9.3 minutes of action in those trio of contests.

Dave Wilson

dwilson@wvradio.com
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Comments

  • Mike

    This is what happens when you recruit thugs and kids that can not read and write.Is Canty next?

    January 8, 2013 at 6:36 am | Reply Report comment

    • Chalkdust

      I couldn't agree more. Hey Coach Herrion, try a little home cookin'. the field is wide open for a pick of the litter.

      January 8, 2013 at 12:39 pm | Reply Report comment

  • Scott

    How is the kid a thug? You just sound stupid. Let the kid leave he most have a good reason if he is leaving this quick. Don't you think?

    January 8, 2013 at 4:39 pm | Reply Report comment

    • Jon

      Yes I do, like being a spoiled brad and being a Prima Donna. That's two reasons.

      January 8, 2013 at 11:41 pm | Reply Report comment