Kentucky's Harris cleared to play

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky forward Ramon Harris has been cleared to return to practice by doctors two days after fainting during halftime against Alabama.

Harris fainted while walking out of the locker room for the start of the second half. He was treated at a local hospital and released to return to Lexington with the Wildcats on Saturday night.

Harris was held out of practice on Sunday and underwent extensive testing on Monday. He was cleared to return to practice on Monday and could play on Tuesday when the Wildcats (16-4, 5-0 Southeastern Conference) play at Mississippi (10-9, 1-4).

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Comments » 4

TNfaninMS writes:

WTF, who cares, give us some stories on the recruits that were visiting UT this past weekend. Come on KNS report on TENNESSEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!

allvol9 writes:

Glad to here he is ok. I am sure that was a scary time for teammates, coaches, etc.

Ironcity writes:

I worry about things like this. I think a few more test might be in order. People don't faint for no reason and he has had some concussion problems in the past. I hope the kid plays it smart.

huntined#565710 writes:

Glad to see that he is doing better..hate to see any player hurt or not able to play.

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