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sports1 year ago

"Police Uncover Racial Slur Targeting Utah Women's Basketball Team Ahead of NCAA Tournament"

A police investigation into racial hate crimes directed at the Utah women's basketball team has uncovered an audio recording containing a racial slur. The incidents occurred as the team walked from their hotel to a restaurant in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, ahead of their first-round NCAA tournament game. After the team's second-round loss, head coach Lynne Roberts revealed the shocking events, prompting the team to move to a different hotel closer to the host city. The NCAA condemned the racism and hatred, and the Coeur d’Alene Police Department is working to identify the vehicle involved in the incidents.

via Yahoo Sports|
#coeur-dalene#ncaa-tournament#police-investigation
sports1 year ago

"Police Identify Racial Slur Aimed at Utah Women's Basketball Team Ahead of NCAA Tournament"

Ahead of the NCAA tournament, the Utah women’s basketball team experienced racial abuse while staying at a hotel in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, with incidents including racial slurs and threats. Coeur d’Alene police have collected video evidence and are investigating the racist abuse, including the use of a racial slur that was clearly audible on an audio recording. The team was eventually moved to a hotel in Spokane with increased security, and the NCAA condemned the racism and provided support for the team.

via CNN|
#ncaa-tournament#police-investigation#racial-abuse
sports1 year ago

"Police Uncover Audio Evidence of Racial Slur Against Utah Women's Basketball Team"

A police investigation into racial hate crimes directed at the Utah women's basketball team has uncovered an audio recording containing a racial slur. The incidents occurred as the team walked from their hotel to a restaurant in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, ahead of their first-round NCAA tournament game. After the team's second-round loss, coach Lynne Roberts revealed the shocking events, prompting the team to move to a different hotel. The NCAA condemned the racism and hatred, and the Coeur d’Alene Police Department is seeking to identify a silver passenger car that was in the area at the time of the incident.

via Yahoo Sports|
#coeur-dalene#ncaa-tournament#police-investigation
sports1 year ago

"Racial Slur Incident: Utah Women's Team and Coeur d'Alene Police Investigation"

Police investigating racist incidents against the Utah women's basketball team during the NCAA tournament in Idaho have found an audio recording with a clearly audible racial slur. The Coeur d'Alene Police Department is working to determine the context and conduct associated with the slur's use and is reviewing evidence, including video footage. The team experienced a series of hate crimes, including encounters with individuals using racist language and displaying Confederate flags, prompting them to move to a different hotel for safety. The police are working to identify suspects and potential charges, and are collaborating with the FBI due to the presence of far-right extremists in the region.

via ESPN|
#hate-crimes#ncaa-tournament#police-investigation
sports-discrimination1 year ago

"Police Confirm Audible Racial Slur in Harassment of Utah Women's Basketball Team"

Police in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, are investigating racist incidents directed at the Utah women’s basketball team, including the use of a racial slur captured in an audio recording. The team experienced hate crimes near their hotel, prompting them to move to a different location. Authorities are reviewing evidence and seeking information on suspects, with potential charges including malicious harassment and disorderly conduct. The incidents have sparked debate in the Idaho Senate, with some Republican senators expressing doubts about the accounts.

via The Associated Press|
#hate-crimes#ncaa-tournament#police-investigation
sports1 year ago

"NCAA Fails Utah Women's Basketball Team"

The University of Utah women's basketball team and their support staff were subjected to racial abuse while staying in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho for the NCAA tournament, prompting criticism of the NCAA and Gonzaga for placing teams in a town known for its history of hate groups. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for accountability, with Utah officials expressing disappointment in the decision to assign their team to hotels so far from the competition site, and highlighting the need for better treatment and safety measures for women's teams in NCAA tournaments.

via Andscape|
#coeur-dalene#ncaa#ncaa-tournament
sports1 year ago

"Utah Women's Basketball Team Confronts Racist Abuse During NCAA Tournament"

The Utah women’s basketball team has filed a police report after allegedly being subjected to racial abuse in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, ahead of their NCAA tournament game. The team reported that racial epithets and threats were shouted at them from a passing vehicle on two separate occasions. The police have opened an investigation, and the team has been moved to a hotel in Spokane with increased security. The NCAA and local authorities have condemned the acts of hatred, and efforts are being made to identify and prosecute the perpetrators.

via CNN|
#condemnation#ncaa-tournament#police-investigation
sports1 year ago

Utah Women's Basketball Team Changes Hotels Due to Racism

The Utah women’s basketball team switched hotels ahead of its first NCAA tournament game after experiencing what head coach Lynne Roberts called "racial hate crimes" at a hotel in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. The team then defeated South Dakota State before losing to Gonzaga. The details of the incidents are unclear, but Gonzaga said it may have involved disparaging comments. The NCAA and Gonzaga worked to provide increased security and new accommodations for the team, condemning racism and hatred in any form.

via CNN|
#gonzaga#hotel-switch#ncaa-tournament
sports1 year ago

Utah Women's Basketball Team Changes Hotels Due to Racist Incidents

The Utah women’s basketball team changed hotels before their NCAA Tournament game after racist slurs were shouted at them while walking to a restaurant, prompting safety concerns. The team, band, and cheerleaders encountered the slurs, leading to a hotel change. The university filed a police report, and the city and police officials scheduled a news conference. Gonzaga, the host institution, expressed frustration and sadness over the situation, emphasizing the importance of student-athlete safety. The incident occurred in Coeur d’Alene, a city with a largely White population and a history with extremist groups.

via The Athletic|
#hotel-incident#ncaa-tournament#racism
sports1 year ago

"Utah Women's Basketball Team Relocates Amid Racial Hate Crimes at NCAA Tournament"

The Utah women's basketball team was forced to change hotels during the NCAA tournament after experiencing "racial hate crimes," including being targeted with racial slurs by individuals in trucks while walking to and leaving a restaurant. The team's coach, Lynne Roberts, described the incidents as "shocking" and expressed frustration at the lack of safety in the tournament environment. The NCAA and host school Gonzaga assisted the team in relocating to a different hotel, and Gonzaga condemned the incidents, emphasizing the priority of safety and welfare for tournament participants.

via Yahoo Sports|
#hotel-relocation#ncaa-tournament#racial-hate-crimes
sports1 year ago

"Utah NCAA Tournament Hotels Relocated Due to Racial Hate Crimes"

Utah women's basketball team experienced "racial hate crimes" and had to change hotels during the NCAA Tournament in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho due to safety concerns. The team, cheerleaders, and school band were subjected to racial slurs and intimidation by individuals in trucks, prompting the NCAA and Gonzaga to relocate the team. The incidents have sparked outrage and concern, with the university filing a police report, and have raised awareness about the presence of far-right extremists in the region.

via The Guardian|
#hotel-relocation#ncaa-tournament#racial-hate-crimes
sports1 year ago

"Utah Women's Basketball Team Confronts Racial Hate Crimes During NCAA Tournament"

The Utah women's basketball team had to change hotels during the NCAA Tournament due to "racial hate crimes," according to coach Lynne Roberts. The incidents occurred after the team checked into a hotel in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, and the NCAA and Gonzaga assisted in finding a new hotel. Gonzaga's athletic department released a statement condemning "hate speech in any form," and Roberts expressed disappointment, saying the incidents made her players feel unsafe during what should have been a joyous occasion.

via USA TODAY|
#coach-lynne-roberts#hotel-incident#ncaa-tournament
sports2 years ago

No. 11 Utah's Valiant Effort Falls Short Against No. 1 South Carolina

The No. 11 Utah women's basketball team put up a strong fight against No. 1 South Carolina but ultimately fell short, losing 78-69. Utah's Alissa Pili had a career-high 37 points, keeping the Utes within striking distance throughout the game. Despite their efforts, South Carolina made crucial plays down the stretch to secure the victory. The Utes showed resilience and are motivated to continue improving as they look ahead to future games.

via Deseret News|
#alissa-pili#close-game#ncaa-basketball
sports2 years ago

"Intense Rivalry Renewed: No. 12 Utah Women's Basketball Hosts BYU"

The No. 12 Utah women's basketball team will host BYU in a highly anticipated matchup between two 6-1 squads. The game features star power forwards Alissa Pili for Utah and Lauren Gustin for BYU, who will be the focus of the game. Additionally, former college teammates Lauren Davenport and Samantha Crispe will face each other for the first time in the BYU-Utah rivalry. Utah's experienced veterans will go up against BYU's freshmen phenoms, with Gianna Kneepkens leading the Utes in scoring. Utah's nonconference schedule gets tougher with upcoming games against St. Joseph's and No. 1 South Carolina.

via Deseret News|
#byu-womens-basketball#freshmen-phenoms#rivalry