The Houston Cougars achieved a major victory on Saturday, and punched their ticket to a New Year's Six bowl in the process. Their fans were understandably excited about this. So excited, in fact, that many of them decided to rush the field in celebration.
Security guards punch, tackle Houston fans during on-field celebration
Things got heated during the celebration of Houston’s win over Temple.
During celebrations such as these, tensions can run high between the fans and the people whose job it is to keep spectators off of the field. Some of the guards hired to work the game apparently took exception with the actions of a few individuals in the chaos.
Some fans were able to make it on the field following today's win. The rest of Coogs fans? Not so fast. #abc13 pic.twitter.com/nYTUezcXW8
— Houston News (@abc13houston) December 6, 2015 It would seem that some of these security guards are not totally clear on what they should and should not be doing on the sidelines. Some of the fans are able to get through, while others are held, tackled or even punched by the guards.
Houston’s AD commented:
Statement from @HunterYurachek regarding postgame activity. pic.twitter.com/Z90LpuXkEW
— #HTownTakeover (@D_D_Bass) December 6, 2015 However, everyone who wanted to get on the field, appeared to have made it on in the end.
Houston fans swarm the field celebrating a 24-13 win over Temple for the American Football Conference title. pic.twitter.com/6eFe2upe8Z
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