LSU fined $100K after fans storm field following with over UGA
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LSU was slapped with a $100,000 fine by the SEC Monday after fans rushed the field following the Tigers’ 36-16 over Georgia Saturday in Baton Rouge, La.
LSU fined $100,000 for rushing field after win vs. Georgia. It was 2nd offense under SEC’s policy prohibiting fans from rushing the field
— Brett McMurphy (@Brett_McMurphy) October 15, 2018
Fans rushing the field is a violation of the SEC’s ‘access to competition area policy’ and is LSU’s second violation since the policy was enacted in 2004. The next violation would trigger a $250,000 fine from the SEC.
Statement from #LSU Athletic Director Joe Alleva:
— Brody Miller (@BrodyAMiller) October 15, 2018
"While Saturday’s win was a moment for the LSU family to remember, on-field celebrations can be unsafe. We share the conference’s concerns for the safety of fans and the security of players and staff."
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