Colorado State Apologizes for Derogatory Chants During BYU Game
Colorado State issued an apology to BYU on Saturday night for derogatory chants directed at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from the stands.
Flint Saginaw Bay City, MI, September 20, 2026 —
Colorado State University issued an apology on Saturday night to Brigham Young University (BYU) following derogatory chants directed at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from spectators during a recent athletic event.
The official apology was released by Colorado State, acknowledging the offensive nature of the chants that originated from the stands. The chants targeted The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the faith with which BYU is affiliated.
The statement from Colorado State expressed regret for the actions of its fans and extended an apology to BYU, its athletic department, and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The specific nature of the chants and the exact game at which they occurred were not detailed in the summary provided. Colorado State did not immediately elaborate on any specific actions it might take in response to the incident, beyond issuing the apology.
This incident highlights ongoing discussions around sportsmanship and respect in collegiate athletics. Both universities are part of athletic conferences where intercollegiate competition often brings together student bodies and fan bases with diverse backgrounds and affiliations.
BYU, a private higher education institution owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, is known for its association with the faith. The university fields a wide range of athletic teams that compete against other institutions, including Colorado State University.
Further details regarding the context of the chants or subsequent discussions between the two universities were not immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by Mark Heim on www.mlive.com, see more information here.
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