Big 12 Conference addresses offensive chants from UCF fans directed at BYU during upset win

The UCF Knights secured a surprising overtime victory against BYU, but the game was marred by discriminatory chants from UCF fans directed at BYU’s religious background. In response, the Big 12 Conference issued UCF a $100,000 fine and implemented a new policy with escalating consequences for discriminatory conduct at athletic events.

• UCF Knights achieved a surprising overtime win against BYU.
• During the pre-game, UCF fans were heard chanting discriminatory phrases towards BYU, referencing their religious affiliation.
• The Big 12 Conference fined UCF $100,000, with the funds allocated to student education initiatives.
• A new conference-wide policy was established, outlining escalating consequences for discriminatory conduct at athletic events.
• First-time offenses will result in a minimum $100,000 fine and a formal warning.
• Subsequent confirmed incidents will incur competitive penalties, such as a 15-yard unsportsmanlike penalty in football.
• Individuals ejected for discriminatory conduct will be barred from all athletic events for the remainder of the academic year.