Big 12 Fines UCF $100,000, Sets Fan Penalties

The Big 12 fined UCF $100,000. On Oct. 28, 2026, the conference acted after fans at Acrisure Bounce House in Orlando chanted "f--- the Mormons" before kickoff of UCF's Oct. 24 double-overtime win over BYU. UCF won 39-31 after a blocked field goal, a goalline stop, and a field storming. Video of the chant circulated on social media; security removed some fans. The Big 12 said it recognized UCF's pregame protocols and immediate actions, and that the fine will support student education initiatives. It also put in place a conference-wide policy effective immediately: a first confirmed discriminatory incident brings a minimum $100,000 fine and formal warning; a second in the same game brings an in-game penalty, such as a 15-yard unsportsmanlike call in football or a two-shot technical in basketball, and may add a $500,000 fine. Fans ejected for discriminatory conduct are barred from athletic events for the rest of the academic year. The conference said discriminatory behavior has no place in the Big 12 and it remains committed to a respectful environment for student-athletes, coaches and fans. CONTESTED: No outlet in the record disputes the fine amount, score, chant wording, announcement date, or policy terms. The wire summary states UCF said it is reviewing its options. Colorado was fined $50,000 in September 2025 and Oklahoma State $50,000 in February 2026 for similar anti-LDS chants against BYU.