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ODAC Cancels Averett and Guilford Football Seasons After Postgame Brawl

The Division III conference said the altercation violated its sportsmanship standards, prompting forfeits of both teams’ Nov. 15 games.

A general view of footballs on the field before the game between the Penn State Nittany Lions and the Michigan Wolverines at Beaver Stadium on November 11, 2023 in State College, Pennsylvania.
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Overview

  • The ODAC and both institutions ended the seasons effective immediately and recorded the remaining contests as forfeits under conference policy.
  • Commissioner Brad Bankston said the move underscores the league’s commitment to integrity, respect, and sportsmanship.
  • The confrontation occurred in the postgame handshake line on Saturday, involving players from both programs.
  • Averett had been set to host Roanoke and Guilford to visit Bridgewater, and the ODAC said Roanoke and Bridgewater may choose to play each other.
  • The Daily Caller reported video showing a bent fence and police responding, and the conference later posted its statement publicly on social media.