Overview
- Following an investigation, the conference penalized Oklahoma State after inappropriate chants referencing the Mormon faith were heard during Wednesday’s men’s basketball game in Stillwater.
- An Oklahoma State statement said a derogatory chant followed a disputed call and did not meet the university’s standards, and the school will not appeal the fine.
- BYU coach Kevin Young said he heard student‑section chants of “F--- the Mormons” after the Cougars’ 99–92 loss.
- Oklahoma State president Jim Hess condemned conduct that targets or demeans others and said the university is reviewing what occurred under its code of conduct.
- BYU athletic director Brian Santiago said Oklahoma State AD Chad Weiberg apologized, and the Big 12’s action follows a $50,000 fine issued to Colorado in September after a similar incident.