UK fined $5,000 for goal post incident

[BamaDude06]

LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) -- The Southeastern Conference has fined the University of Kentucky $5,000 because fans stormed the field at Commonwealth Stadium and removed a goal post Saturday after the Wildcats defeated Georgia.

Under SEC policy, spectators aren't allowed to enter a "competition area" before, during or after the game. Subsequent violations before 2009 could result in fines of $25,000 or $50,000, the SEC said Wednesday.

"This policy is designed to create a safe environment for everyone who participates and attends our athletic contests," SEC Commissioner Mike Slive said. "I understand the exuberance of the moment but the security and protection of our student-athletes, coaches, officials and fans is our primary concern."

The Wildcats defeated Georgia 24-20 Saturday, snapping a nine-game losing streak against the Bulldogs. The win puts Kentucky one win away from bowl eligibility.

Copyright 2006 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.


http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2006/football/ncaa/11/08/kentucky.fine.ap/index.html

[Lawdog]

If, prior to the game, the UK athletic department had been told that they could be guaranteed a win over Georgia, if the UK athletic department donated $5000 to a charity on behalf of the SEC....would UK have donated the $5000 to guarantee a win? I think so.

Money well spent, whatever the form (fine or charitable donation). Go Wildcats! I hope you guys get to a bowl this year.

[TigerFanatic]

ok, i'm gonna curse, so shield your eyes if your sensative. to please the mods i'll take the incentive to censor myself for them.


F*** THAT S***


*I*, an LSU fan living in South Bend, Indiana would donate to that fund to allow them to celebrate on the field with the goalposts floating around in the crowd.

good job UK, show those west coast punks how real fans celebrate in the south. F that S

[cocky4ever]

ok, i'm gonna curse, so shield your eyes if your sensative. to please the mods i'll take the incentive to censor myself for them.


F*** THAT S***


*I*, an LSU fan living in South Bend, Indiana would donate to that fund to allow them to celebrate on the field with the goalposts floating around in the crowd.

good job UK, show those west coast punks how real fans celebrate in the south. F that S
Dont worry. Im sure it was the best $5,000 UK has spent in a long time...

[UKat]

Dont worry. Im sure it was the best $5,000 UK has spent in a long time...Yes it was! Thanks guys for the congrats as we UK football fans rarely get to celebrate but when we do we do it in fine 'Dixie' style. So the west coast thinks were all a bunch of rednecks all the time......so be it....I'd rather be a redneck than a west coast fag.

[Gamecocks4Ever]

good job UK, show those west coast punks how real fans celebrate in the south. F that S

Uh, let's say that's how we celebrate in the SEC. Clemson is the south too. Their students rushed the field after handing NC State their 7th loss of the season. Let's not claim that one. :uglyhamme

But, back to the gist of this thread. Congrats UK, don't worry about the $5K, you gots to celebrate those big wins in style.

[GamecockDieHard]

There are plenty of UK fans in Lexington that could light their cigars with $5,000. I doubt that fine was even in the mail before someone was happy to pay it. The fine increases with subsequent penalties, sooooo...let's take it easy next time. :wink:

[UKat]

There are plenty of UK fans in Lexington that could light their cigars with $5,000. I doubt that fine was even in the mail before someone was happy to pay it. The fine increases with subsequent penalties, sooooo...let's take it easy next time. :wink:LOL....I wish I were one of those........I can't light my cigar with $5..............what am I saying.....I cant afford the $25 cigar..........lol