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Incident Between UTEP Fan and Jacksonville State Players Sparks Investigation

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An altercation involving a UTEP fan and Jacksonville State players during a postgame handshake is under investigation by the University of Texas-El Paso, Jacksonville State, and Conference USA. The incident occurred after Jacksonville State's buzzer-beater victory over UTEP, where a fan was seen brandishing a chair and yelling at players. Both schools are reviewing video footage to determine appropriate actions. This incident follows a previous confrontation involving UTEP's coach earlier in the season, highlighting ongoing tensions during games. The situation escalated to the point where security had to intervene to separate fans and players.

Key Details: • Incident occurred during postgame handshake after UTEP's loss on Saturday. • Conference USA and UTEP are reviewing video evidence of the altercation. • UTEP athletic director Jim Senter confirmed an investigation is underway. • Previous tensions noted in a recent game against New Mexico State.

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UTEPConference USAJoe GoldingNew Mexico StateJim SenterMostapha El MoutaouakkilJacksonville StateJason Hooten

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