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sports2 years ago

Investigation Launched into Alleged Racial Slur by Illinois State Fans at NSU Basketball Game

Fans at an Illinois State University basketball game are accused of using a racial slur against Norfolk State players, leading to a confrontation between the coaches. ISU is investigating the incident and has apologized to Norfolk State. Both coaches were assessed technical fouls, and three fans were removed from the game. Norfolk State coach Robert Jones expressed his disappointment and emphasized the need to combat hate speech. ISU coach Ryan Pedon apologized for his actions and expressed regret for the situation. Both universities issued statements condemning the use of racial slurs and promising to investigate the incident. Norfolk State won the game 64-58.

via WGLT|
#basketball-game#illinois-state-university#investigation
sports2 years ago

"Racial Slur Incident at Norfolk State University Exposes Dark Side of College Sports"

An incident during a college basketball game between Norfolk State University and Illinois State University highlighted the ugly side of college sports when a fan directed a racial slur at Norfolk State's star guard, Jamarii Thomas. Norfolk State's head coach, Robert Jones, confronted the officials about the incident, while Illinois State's head coach, Ryan Pedon, tried to intervene and downplayed the situation. The fans responsible were ejected, but the incident serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by Black players at predominantly white institutions.

via HBCU Gameday|
#basketball-game#college-sports#illinois-state-university
sports2 years ago

"Racial Slurs and Heated Altercation: Ugly Incident Mars Norfolk State-Illinois State Basketball Game"

A heated altercation occurred during the Illinois State University men's basketball game against Norfolk State University, resulting in benches clearing, technical fouls, and ejections. Norfolk State coach Robert Jones claimed that racial slurs were directed at his player, Jamarii Thomas, leading to the confrontation. Thomas, who scored 31 points, is the leading scorer for Norfolk State this season. Both universities compete in NCAA Division I, with Illinois State in the Missouri Valley Conference and Norfolk State in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference.

via Peoria Journal Star|
#ejections#illinois-state-university#mens-basketball
obituary2 years ago

Illinois news anchor dies suddenly while on Florida vacation.

Lesley Swick Van Ness, a former news anchor for WGEM-TV in Illinois and executive for its corporate parent, Gray Television, died unexpectedly at the age of 42 while on vacation in Naples, Florida with her family. Van Ness became ill and was hospitalized, but no cause of death was released. She was remembered by colleagues as a commanding presence and a force to be reckoned with. Van Ness' funeral will take place at St. John's Anglican Parish in Quincy, Illinois on Monday.

via Naples Daily News|
#gray-television#illinois-state-university#lesley-swick-van-ness