Big 12 Fines Oklahoma State for Anti-Mormon Chants
#Sportsmanship #ReligiousRespectOklahoma State fined $50,000 by the Big 12 for anti-Mormon chants during a basketball game against BYU. This marks the second such conference fine in a year. BYU's coach expressed disappointment over the recurring derogatory chants. read more
Izzo Starts Fears Amid Discipline Debate
#CollegeBasketball #SportsmanshipMichigan State coach Tom Izzo considered benching guard Jeremy Fears for unsportsmanlike plays but started him against Illinois. Izzo called Fears remorseful and said he didn't merit suspension, despite recent technical fouls and dangerous incidents. read more
Sengun Apologizes for Sexist Slur Toward Referee
#NBANews #SportsmanshipHouston Rockets star Alperen Sengun apologized for calling a female referee a derogatory name during a game. He expressed remorse, stating it was an immature heat-of-the-moment reaction, and personally apologized to the official afterward. read more
BYU Coach Decries Anti-Mormon Chants at Game
#Sportsmanship #ReligiousRespectBYU coach Kevin Young expressed disappointment over anti-Mormon chants from Oklahoma State fans during a 99-92 loss. He called for more class, noting this recurring issue. The Big 12 has previously fined schools for similar incidents. read more
Runner-Up Speeches: Tenniss Most Brutal Ritual
#TennisTraditions #SportsmanshipTennis runner-up speeches are agonizing, requiring grace after crushing defeat. Players must thank opponents and teams while hiding sorrow. Examples show varied reactions, from raw emotion to regret. Some argue the tradition is uniquely cruel. read more
USC Coach Defends Player Amid Online Bullying After Injury
#USC #SportsmanshipUSC coach Gottlieb defends Prater, condemns online bullying after Watkins' ACL tear during a game against Mississippi State. Watkins sustained a serious injury, leading to negative comments online. Gottlieb emphasizes sportsmanship and care as USC continues in the tournament. read more
#NBA #sportsmanship
Milwaukee Bucks' Patrick Beverley throws basketball at fans in Game 6 loss to Indiana Pacers, later calling the incident "Not fair." Beverley apologizes, admits he needs to improve, and also dismisses a reporter from post-game interview for not subscribing to his podcast. read more