Judge dismisses Coach Barlow lawsuit against Alabama State

COACH REGGIE BARLOW

MONTGOMERY, Alabama -- A Montgomery County Circuit Court judge on Friday dismissed a wrongful termination lawsuit filed by football coach Reggie Barlow against Alabama State University.

Barlow's attorney, Donald Jackson, filed a motion asking the Circuit Court Judge Greg Griffin to recuse himself and set aside his decision. Short of that legal longshot, Friday's decision would bring an end to Barlow's case.

"Alabama State University is very pleased at the court's decision today that finds in favor of the university by dismissing the lawsuit filed against it," a statement from ASU officials read. "The university was vindicated and absolved as the court concluded that all standard operating procedures were followed appropriately by the university."

Barlow's lawsuit alleged ...

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