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UNC Fined $50K After Court Storming Injures Duke Staff

2/10/2026

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The Atlantic Coast Conference fined the University of North Carolina (UNC) $50,000 for an unauthorized court storming after UNC's February 7, 2026 victory over Duke.
A Duke University staff member was injured when fans rushed the court.
UNC accepted the fine and pledged to review safety protocols.
Duke University coach Jon Scheyer warned about the dangers of court storming, saying celebrations should not jeopardize players and staff.

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The Atlantic Coast Conference fined the University of North Carolina (UNC) $50,000 for an unauthorized court storming after UNC's February 7, 2026 victory over Duke.
A Duke University staff member was injured when fans rushed the court.
UNC accepted the fine and pledged to review safety protocols.
Duke University coach Jon Scheyer warned about the dangers of court storming, saying celebrations should not jeopardize players and staff.