Volleyball Player Called Racist Slur Says BYU Staff Failed To Act

During a volleyball match between Duke University and Brigham Young University (BYU), a Duke player, Rachel Richardson, was subjected to racial slurs from a BYU fan. The incident sparked criticism of BYU's delayed response. Richardson expressed her disappointment on social media, while the BYU athletic director later addressed the issue, urging respect and responsibility. The community and alumni criticized the culture at BYU, and there were calls for Duke to stop playing until the offender was removed. Richardson emphasized resilience and pride in standing against racism.

What incident occurred during the volleyball match between Duke University and Brigham Young University?

How did Rachel Richardson, a player from Duke, describe the response of BYU's coaching staff to the racial slur?

What was the reaction of the community and alumni regarding the incident?

What actions did BYU's athletic director take following the incident?

How did Rachel Richardson express her feelings about being perceived as a victim?