The Big 12 Conference fines UCF $100,000 for fans’ derogatory, anti-LDS chants directed at BYU during their game, with video capturing the remarks. Multiple outlets report the fine follows the conference’s review of “discriminatory conduct” associated with the incident.
Alongside the punishment, the Big 12 announces a new approach to deter repeat behavior at sporting events. Sources say the conference will apply additional on-field consequences in certain cases in the future, beyond the institution’s immediate actions and the conference’s financial penalty. One report also specifies that fans removed for discriminatory conduct face a broader ban from athletic events for the remainder of the academic year.
While all outlets describe a $100,000 fine and focus on discriminatory chants aimed at BYU, coverage varies in emphasis. Some lead with the fine amount and the video of the chanting, while others stress the conference’s updated discipline framework, including in-game penalties and repeat-offense consequences.
