The UFL issues the following statement today in regards to a incident at the conclusion of the Michigan Panthers vs. the St. Louis Battlehawks game in St. Louis last evening.
Statement from United Football League Spokesman Mike Wade
“The UFL is aware of the incident that took place last evening at the conclusion of the Michigan Panthers vs. St. Louis Battlehawks game in St. Louis. League officials are currently investigating the matter.”
The incident involved Panthers wide receiver Samson Nacua and a Battlehawks fan. Samson is the brother of Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua. Panthers cornerback Adonis Alexander was also seen in the video.
Clearly Nacua should not have engaged with the fan nor slap him. He should be fined and suspended for several games.
However, its time for these pro sports league to step up and show this type of fan behavior is unacceptable. Far too often fans think just because they pay for a ticket they can be rude and say whatever they want. These players don't make millions of dollars. Which is why family's no longer go to games.
Was the fan drunk? I am speculating that this fan was and probably running his mouth all game. Since this incident took place after the game was over. I have no information on if the fan was drunk or not. They are more than welcome to reach out to us or those who saw the incident and tell their side of the story. Lets assume he was.
In any case, that fan should also be banned from the UFL. No need to stick you head out an egg the player on because you have liquid courage. These types of fans are the reason people don't like going to live games anymore. We are not the NFL.