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Big 12 Fines UCF $25,000 After Fans Storm Court Early
The conference penalized the Knights for celebrating their win over No. 11 Texas Tech before the game was officially over.
Feb. 3, 2026 at 5:23pm
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The Big 12 Conference has issued a $25,000 fine to the University of Central Florida (UCF) after fans stormed the court prematurely to celebrate the Knights' 88-80 victory over No. 11 Texas Tech on Saturday. The conference said the court storming violated its Principles and Standards of Sportsmanship, as it occurred with 0.2 seconds still remaining in the game.
Why it matters
Court storming is a common celebration in college basketball, but it is generally frowned upon if it happens before the final buzzer. The Big 12 has taken a firm stance against this type of premature celebration, as it can pose safety risks and disrupt the normal flow of the game.
The details
UCF led just 81-79 with 1:39 remaining before going on a 7-1 run to close out the victory. Themus Fulks led the Knights with 21 points and seven assists, while Jamichael Stillwell and John Bol recorded double-doubles. As a team, UCF shot 46% from 3-point range and 82% from the free throw line.
- The game was played on Saturday, February 3, 2026.
- The court storming occurred with 0.2 seconds remaining in the game.
The players
Themus Fulks
The leading scorer for UCF with 21 points and seven assists in the game.
Jamichael Stillwell
Recorded a double-double for UCF in the win over Texas Tech.
John Bol
Also recorded a double-double for UCF in the victory.
What’s next
UCF will look to continue its winning streak when it faces No. 10 Houston on the road on Wednesday, February 7th at 6 p.m. CT.
The takeaway
The Big 12's decision to fine UCF $25,000 for the premature court storming highlights the conference's commitment to maintaining order and sportsmanship during college basketball games. While fan excitement is understandable, the safety and integrity of the game must be preserved.
