Illinois State Investigating Fans' Alleged Use of Racial Slur

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Illinois State University is investigating claims that an ISU fan used racial slurs toward a Norfolk State player during the second half of a men's basketball game Saturday night at ISU's Horton Field House.

“The men’s basketball game on Saturday between Illinois State and Norfolk State was regrettably marred by the report of a racial slur directed at a Norfolk State player by an Illinois State fan,” the university said in a statement sent to WEEK-TV in Peoria on Sunday night. “The use of racial slurs and other offensive language targeting people for their identity is abhorrent and is not tolerated by Illinois State University. Among Illinois State’s core values are respect for others, diversity, and inclusion. Illinois State has moved swiftly to investigate the report and will respond appropriately. Illinois State University and Redbird Athletics extend sincere apologies to Norfolk State University, its student-athletes, and its athletics staff for the deep upset caused, and university leaders have personally reached out to colleagues at Norfolk State.”

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