Colorado State University Apologizes for Derogatory Chants Targeting BYU
Colorado State University apologized to Brigham Young University (BYU) following derogatory chants targeting The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from the stands during their football game in Fort Collins, Colorado. BYU, ranked 11th, defeated Colorado State 41-23.
Harlingen Weslaco Brownsville McAllen, TX, September 20, 2026 —
Colorado State University (CSU) has issued an apology to Brigham Young University (BYU) after spectators at a recent football game engaged in derogatory chanting directed at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The incident occurred during the football game held in Fort Collins, Colorado, where the 11th-ranked BYU Cougars secured a victory over the Colorado State Rams with a final score of 41-23.
While the specific date of the game was not provided, the chants from the stands at the stadium were described as targeting the religious affiliation of BYU. In response to the events, Colorado State University released a statement expressing regret.
The contractor’s name or the specific department within Colorado State University that issued the apology was not immediately available.
CSU’s apology acknowledges the unacceptable nature of the chants and aims to address the offense caused to BYU and its supporters. The university has not detailed further actions planned in response to the incident, and the nature of the specific chants was not explicitly stated in available summaries.
Story summarized from the original created by PAT GRAHAM, Associated Press on www.valleycentral.com, see more information here.
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