Deadly Distractions: A Tragic Tale on and Off the Field The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth's football team was supposed to be a unifying force for its players, but the events that unfolded in Providence last weekend demonstrate the ease with which the boundaries between sport and reality can blur.
The murder of 18 year old freshman running back Marvins Antoine has left a community in shock, raising questions about the responsibilities of educational institutions and the darker side of collegiate sports culture.
The incident occurred after a night out at the Mezzo Lounge, where an altercation over a female led to a violent confrontation that spilled into the parking lot.