Arizona State Hit with $50,000 Fine for Field-Storming After Upset of Texas Tech
TEMPE, Ariz. – Arizona State University has been fined $50,000 by the Big 12 Conference following a field-storming incident that occurred after the Sun Devils’ 26-22 upset victory over No. 7 Texas Tech on Oct. 18 at Mountain America Stadium, the conference announced Monday.
The fine stems from fans rushing the field as Texas Tech players and coaches were attempting to exit, creating a possibly unsafe habitat. Videos circulating on social media showed interactions between fans and Red Raiders personnel.
The Big 12 statement read: “In accordance with the Big 12 Conference Principles and Standards of Sportsmanship, the Conference has issued a public reprimand and $50,000 fine of Arizona State University for the field storming incident that occurred during Saturday’s football game against Texas Tech.
“The Big 12 prioritizes the safety of all players, coaches, and officials. The conference will continue to work with all of its institutions on event management policies at all Big 12 venues.”
Similar fines have been levied against other universities for comparable incidents.Arizona State joined the Big 12 Conference in 2023.
