Nebraska Athletics Probes Fan Misconduct at Purdue Game

Investigations underway after reports of objects thrown toward team benches.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Nebraska athletics officials are investigating incidents of fans throwing objects toward the team benches during the Huskers' recent basketball game against Purdue. A program spokesperson confirmed the investigation on Wednesday, though details about the specific incidents and any potential disciplinary actions are still unclear.

Why it matters

Fan misconduct and the throwing of objects at sporting events is a serious issue that can jeopardize player and fan safety. Nebraska takes these incidents seriously and is looking into the matter to determine what happened and how to prevent similar occurrences in the future.

The details

According to the report, unidentified fans were seen throwing objects toward the team benches during the Huskers' game against Purdue. A Nebraska athletics spokesperson stated that the program is currently investigating the incidents, but did not provide any additional details about the specific objects thrown or if any individuals have been identified.

  • The incidents occurred during Nebraska's game against Purdue on February 11, 2026.

The players

Nebraska Athletics

The athletic department of the University of Nebraska, which oversees the school's sports teams and programs.

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What’s next

Nebraska athletics officials have stated they will continue to investigate the incidents and determine if any disciplinary actions are warranted against fans involved in throwing objects.

The takeaway

Fan safety and sportsmanship are paramount at college sporting events. This incident serves as a reminder that programs must remain vigilant in monitoring fan behavior and enforcing policies to ensure the wellbeing of players, coaches, and fellow spectators.