TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - The University of Alabama will take the next step in appealing NCAA sanctions on Friday, filing a brief supporting its position. <br>
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Alabama officials are hoping to receive the results of the appeal before the upcoming season begins, but said they would not comment until the brief is filed. <br>
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The university is not expected to release the contents of the appeals brief before its hearing in front of the NCAA Infractions Appeals Committee. <br>
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On Feb. 2, the NCAA placed Alabama on five years' probation, cutting 21 football scholarships over three years and imposing a two-year bowl ban for recruiting and extra benefits violations. <br>
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The university received a transcript of the Infractions Committee hearing after submitting a notice of appeal. <br>
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The committee will have 30 days to respond after the brief is received.
