University of Texas Athletic Director Calls On-Field Celebrations ‘Embarrassing’
University of Texas Athletic Director Chris Del Conte apologized for and labeled the top-ranked Longhorns' vulgar on-field celebrations after a win over Tennessee as "embarrassing" for the school.
Wilkes Barre Scranton Hazleton, PA, September 30, 2026 — University of Texas Athletic Director Chris Del Conte has issued an apology regarding the on-field celebrations by the university’s top-ranked Longhorns following a recent victory. Del Conte characterized the post-game conduct as “embarrassing” for the institution.
The incident occurred on the field after the Longhorns secured a win against Tennessee. Reports indicate that the team’s celebrations were described as vulgar.
In response to the events, Del Conte publicly apologized and addressed the nature of the celebrations. He stated that the conduct reflected poorly on the university, labeling it as “embarrassing.” The specific details of the vulgarity involved in the on-field celebrations were not provided in the summary.
The summary did not specify when the win against Tennessee occurred or the exact date of Del Conte’s apology. The current ranking of the Longhorns as “top-ranked” was mentioned in the context of the win.
Further information regarding any disciplinary actions, specific individuals involved in the celebrations, or the exact nature of the vulgar conduct was not detailed in the provided summary. The full extent of the apology and the impact of the event on the university’s athletic program were also not elaborated upon.
Story summarized from the original created by JIM VERTUNO, Associated Press on www.2822news.com, see more information here.
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