Alabama head coach Nate Oats has been publicly reprimanded by the SEC for making contact with a Missouri player during last night’s game in Tuscaloosa.
“Nate Oats’ actions were unacceptable and violated the expectations for conduct and sportsmanship as established by the membership of the Southeastern Conference,” said SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey in a release. “Under no circumstances should a coach make intentional contact with a student-athlete on an opposing team.”
Oats’ actions were in violation of SEC Bylaw 10.5 related to Conduct and Sportsmanship.
Here is the release:
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama (January 17, 2024) – Alabama men’s basketball head coach Nate Oats has been issued a public reprimand by the Southeastern Conference for making physical contact with an opposing team’s student-athlete during Alabama’s game against Missouri Tuesday night, SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey announced on Wednesday.