Smart Suspended for 3 games for pushing fan
Published on February 10, 2014 by Scott Shirley · No CommentsOklahoma State star Marcus Smart has been suspended for 3 games for his actions on Saturday night when he pushed a fan at Texas Tech.
Here are quotes from all people involved:
Bob Bowlsby
“Mr. Smart’s actions were a clear violation of the Big 12 Conference’s Sportsmanship and Ethical Conduct Policy,” Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby said in a statement. “Such behavior has no place in athletics, and will not be tolerated. I appreciate the efforts of Oklahoma State University athletics director Mike Holder in addressing this matter, and believe this is an appropriate response to an inappropriate action.”
Marcus Smart
“I want to apologize to the fan, whose name is Jeff Orr. I want to apologize to him. I want to apologize to my teammates, to my coaching staff, Coach Ford, my family, Oklahoma State University. This is not how I (conduct) myself, this is not how this program is ran. This is not how I was raised. I let my emotions get the best of me.
Travis Ford
“Undoubtedly, last night was not one of his finer moments,” Ford said. “But Marcus Smart has had many great moments as a person, as a player. And I know Marcus Smart’s heart. I know how he’s hurting. I know how regretful he is right now
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