The MEAC said it is conducting what the league office said will be a comprehensive review of Friday night’s post-game altercation between North Carolina Central and Howard.
“This was a very unfortunate incident, and we are taking it with the utmost seriousness,” said MEAC Commissioner Sonja Stills in a statement Saturday morning. “The MEAC holds its student-athletes, coaches, and staff to the highest standards of sportsmanship and professionalism. We are committed to thoroughly reviewing this matter and will take appropriate disciplinary action based on our findings.”
After the Eagles 26-3 win over the Bison, both teams were involved in a lengthy brawl, with players from both sides either confronting each other or throwing punches. NC Central coach Trei Oliver, who said he didn’t see what happened, did not condone his team’s behavior.
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“That’s not our football. That’s not who we are. I don’t care what happens; we go to the locker room,” he said.
The MEAC will issue an official statement upon completing its review, which will include evaluating video footage of the incident and reports from game officials, neutral observers, coaches, athletic staff, and the student-athletes involved.
