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Fan rushes court to block shot in wild college basketball scene
Bizarre incident occurred in final minute of Morehouse's blowout win over Kentucky State
Feb. 21, 2026 at 10:11pm
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A fan in street clothes ran onto the court during a college basketball game between Morehouse and Kentucky State and attempted to block a fastbreak layup, though the shot was still made. The incident occurred in the final minute of Morehouse's 91-56 victory, but did not impact the game's outcome. The fan quickly ran off the court after the play, and it remains unclear if he faced any disciplinary action.
Why it matters
The fan's actions raise serious concerns about security and player safety at college basketball games, especially at smaller Division II programs where staffing and resources may be more limited. While no one was harmed, the brazen court invasion could have led to a dangerous confrontation between the fan and players.
The details
According to a report from HBCU Gameday, the unidentified fan in street clothes ran onto the court and attempted to block a fastbreak layup from Morehouse's Eric Jones. Jones still converted the basket, and the fan quickly ran off the court and disappeared around a bend as players and coaches looked on in stunned disbelief.
- The incident occurred in the final minute of the game on February 21, 2026.
The players
Eric Jones
A player for the Morehouse basketball team who converted the layup despite the fan's interference.
Benjy Taylor
The head coach of the Tuskegee basketball team, who was involved in a separate incident with Morehouse players earlier this season.
What’s next
It is unclear if the fan who ran onto the court was identified or faced any disciplinary action from the school or authorities.
The takeaway
This bizarre incident highlights the need for improved security measures and fan conduct policies at smaller college basketball programs to ensure the safety of players, coaches, and spectators.
