Alford Will Play Despite Summons

FT. COLLINS, Colo. —  Colorado State Coach Earle Bruce said tailback Tony Alford will continue to practice with the team and will play in the Freedom Bowl at Anaheim.

Alford was issued a summons Sunday and has been charged with third-degree assault, a misdemeanor, stemming from his alleged participation in a fight involving eight men early Friday in Ft. Collins. Alford is scheduled to appear in court Jan. 28.

“I’ve listened to Tony and I support him,” Bruce said. “He’s a good kid, an honest kid. His reputation has preceded him for four years. There are certain kids I know, and I know what he stands for. Unless I hear other things from the police, I’m going to stand by him.”