WVU fans love this guy! In their eyes Huggie Bear can do no wrong. He apologized, and it’s highly unlikely anything more will be necessary to satisfy the Mountaineer fan base. If the Pope gets involved and this develops into a bigger deal, WVU may have to suspend him for a game or two. Huggie reloaded in the portal. Firing him will not be a consideration!
Lots of folks said that about Chris Beard, too. I think he will face some very severe consequences, whether it is termination or a lengthy suspension.
this is not remotely the same level of transgression
this is not remotely the same level of transgression
It's true he didn't commit violence, but his words could easily serve to inflame and encourage those who might be inclined to do so.
If he had used the N word rather than the F word, would there be any question of him being punished, if not fired outright? No, and rightfully so. There should there be any question in this instance, either.
I don’t think WVU will do much more than a few games suspension.
Lots of folks said that about Chris Beard, too.
That’s what I think, too! The thoughts I expressed in my initial post were what I expected WVU fans would do, not what I think personally. I grew up in that state. I know those people well. They’re loyal to a fault!
WVU may be forced to “punish” Huggy to save face. But with the quick, public apology he made, I doubt if it will be severe. I listened to the broadcast. He was trying to be funny, and it didn’t turn out well. Hopefully, he’ll learn from the experience!
It's true he didn't commit violence, but his words could easily serve to inflame and encourage those who might be inclined to do so.
If he had used the N word rather than the F word, would there be any question of him being punished, if not fired outright? No, and rightfully so. There should not be any question in this instance, either.