Oregon student section apologizes after fans chant 'F*** the Mormons' at BYU game; Utah's governor calls it 'religious bigotry'
EUGENE, Ore. — The University of Oregon's official student section issued an apology Saturday night for some fans using a profanity-laced chant during their home game against BYU.
The video caught the attention of Gov. Spencer Cox, who called it"Religious bigotry" in a tweet from his personal, verified Twitter account.— Spencer Cox September 18, 2022 The University of Oregon's student section, called"The Pit Crew," condemned the vulgar chant and apologized in a statement issued later Saturday evening.
To all @BYUfootball fans in attendance at todays game we would like to apologize for the actions of the students in attendance. We do not condone or support any hateful speech directed towards one’s religion and are ashamed of those who participated.
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