Court storming is a fineable offense. On Sunday, the Southeastern Conference fined Vanderbilt $500,000 for allowing fans to storm the court after their victory over No. 9 Kentucky, 76-79.
Interestingly, the Vanderbilt athletics director approached the student section and requested them to refrain from storming the court. The director suggested that there were better ways to spend the money, such as investing in next year’s Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities.
Vanderbilt was penalized for its third offense under the conference’s revised access to competition area policy. The fine will be distributed to the University of Kentucky.
The first violation occurred in October when fans stormed the football field after a 40-35 victory over Alabama. The second violation happened a week ago when fans rushed onto the court in celebration of a victory over No. 6 Tennessee.
Additionally, any further offenses will result in fines of $500,000.