It all happened at the… last second! While Kansas has the game in hand against his rival Kansas State, Silvio de Sousa rushes back to counter DaJuan Gordon who did not want to let the clock run. He covers him with enormous rage and he positions himself above his victim to taunt him. Big mistake!
The rest of the K-State squad gather around Sousa and a scrum, then a general scuffle breaks out even as the match is over! Antonio Gordon and David Sloan of Kansas State were among the first to “rescue” their teammate, while De Sousa grabs a chair for protection, or attacking, it’s up to you.
“It is a sign of immaturity and selfishness”
Perpetually criticized in recent years, the NCAA should not fail to hit hard to punish offenders. The two coaches have already expressed their disappointment and embarrassment, including Bill Self, the coach of the JayHawks. “It’s not something to be proud of”, reacted the technician. “What happened shows no sign of harshness, it is a sign of immaturity and selfishness, on the contrary. “
For his part, Kansas State coach Bruce Weber was even tougher. “All of this should have been avoided. These are my guys, it’s my fault! They came to play for the win and we didn’t behave the way we should have. There was probably frustration, especially among the younger ones. “
The two team leaders, as well as members of the Big 12 conference will meet to view the images with their heads rested and thus “Determine the appropriate consequences” after this ugly end of the game …
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