HOUSTON, Texas -- Dr. Charles McClelland, vice president for intercollegiate athletics at Texas Southern, said contrary to reports fans and Southern University cheerleaders were not involved in the altercation that erupted during the women's basketball game between Southern and TSU Saturday night on the campus of Texas Southern.McClelland said Texas Southern was able to determine what occurred during the altercation after a review of a tape of the game.
"There are a couple of reports that stated the Southern cheerleaders and fans were involved in the altercation," McClelland said in an interview with FOX26 Sports.
"After a review of the tape Southern University cheerleaders were not involved, and the individuals that came from the stands were (TSU) athletic employees to assist in the break-up of the altercation."
Officials declared the game over following the altercation with Southern leading 51-49, and while the officials ruled a double forfeit, Southern was awarded the victory.
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