You create a foundation for Jeremy's character early in the story. His actions are regrettable but make sense in the context of the background you provide (BTW: You mix up Johnny and Jeremy a couple of times in the story). It was kind of you (as an author)to let him keep his scholarship. Usually, if you're off the team, you don't keep the scholarship.
You describe the football disagreements well, also, @chm-writes.
Thank you for sharing this with us.
Thanks for stopping by, I always look forward to reading your take. I'll make necessary corrections.