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UNC Court Storming: Safety Concerns and Apologies Follow

2/8/2026

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Duke coach Jon Scheyer described the court storming after University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's 71-68 win on February 7, 2026, as scary.
Seth Trimble's last-second shot preceded a court rush, during which some Duke staff were punched.
Scheyer said he supports court storming but opposes it when players' safety is at risk.
UNC athletic director Bubba Cunningham apologized and confirmed injuries; the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) may fine UNC.

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Duke coach Jon Scheyer described the court storming after University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's 71-68 win on February 7, 2026, as scary.
Seth Trimble's last-second shot preceded a court rush, during which some Duke staff were punched.
Scheyer said he supports court storming but opposes it when players' safety is at risk.
UNC athletic director Bubba Cunningham apologized and confirmed injuries; the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) may fine UNC.