Women’s college basketball just had one of its most chaotic moments in recent memory — and it happened right in the middle of a game.
During a women’s NCAA basketball game on March 8, a full-on brawl broke out on the court — and in the chaos, a referee got knocked out. That’s right: not a player, not a fan — a referee was taken off the court after being caught in the crossfire of the altercation.
Video of the incident spread across social media almost immediately, drawing reactions from around the sports world. The moment sparked serious conversations about player conduct, officiating safety, and the protocols in place — or lack thereof — when things spiral this badly on a college hardwood.
Officials have not yet confirmed which teams were involved or what triggered the brawl, but the footage speaks for itself. Ejections, suspensions, and a full review from the NCAA are expected to follow.
Women’s hoops has been in a tremendous spotlight lately — moments like this threaten to overshadow the real basketball that’s been played at an elite level all season. The sport deserves better than this.
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