Vanderbilt sophomore Heather Bowe leaves school for rest of semester due to academic violation
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Vanderbilt sophomore Heather Bowe will miss the rest of the season after leaving the university due to a violation of the school's academic policy.
Bowe — averaging 5.1 points and 4.3 rebounds in 27 games, including 21 starts — is expected to return to the university and the team this summer.
Vanderbilt announced Bowe's departure in a release Thursday but did not disclose details of her violation. Commodores coach Melanie Balcomb said the team will welcome her back when she returns.
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"She must face the consequences of her actions," Balcomb said. "This has and will continue to be a significant learning experience for Heather and the team. We look forward to her return."
The Commodores (18-9) are tied for fifth in the Southeastern Conference at 7-7.