Vanderbilt Quarterback Diego Pavia’s Brothers Arrested Amid Season Opener Success
Incident Overview
Over the weekend, Roel and Javier Pavia, the older siblings of Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, were arrested on misdemeanor charges of public intoxication and resisting arrest. According to court documents, the incident occurred on Saturday night, leading to Roel facing an additional felony charge for assaulting law enforcement.
Arrest Details
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Roel Pavia, 26, is charged with:
- Misdemeanor public intoxication
- Misdemeanor resisting arrest
- Felony assault on law enforcement
- Javier Pavia, 25, is charged with:
- Misdemeanor public intoxication
- Misdemeanor resisting arrest
Both brothers were released from police custody early Sunday morning and are scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday.
Diego Pavia’s Stellar Performance
While his brothers’ arrests made headlines, Diego Pavia, 24, was busy leading the Vanderbilt Commodores to a commanding 45-3 victory over Charleston Southern in their season opener. The quarterback showcased his skills with an impressive performance, throwing for 275 yards and three touchdowns.
Game Highlights
- Completion Rate: Diego was 20-of-25 passing without an interception.
- Game Contribution: He played through to the third quarter before being substituted for backup Blaze Berlowitz at the start of the fourth quarter.
- Coach’s Remarks: "Diego was efficient," said Vanderbilt coach Clark Lea. "We were moving in the run game, and we were completing passes. It looked exactly how we wanted it to look."
Upcoming Games for Vanderbilt
Following this impressive win, Vanderbilt is set to face two away games:
- Virginia Tech next weekend.
- A matchup with South Carolina to begin SEC play in Columbia on September 13.
Conclusion
The contrasting events of the weekend have captured attention, with Diego Pavia shining on the field while his brothers faced legal troubles. As Vanderbilt kicks off another exciting season, fans and teammates alike will be looking to Diego for a successful continuation of his final year of eligibility.
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Stay tuned for updates as the Pavia brothers navigate their challenges and Diego continues to impress on the field.
