Big 12 launches sportsmanship campaign to address fan behavior
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 3:19 PM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026

The Big 12 is initiating the 'Respect the Game' campaign to promote sportsmanship across its events. The campaign aims to combat negative behavior seen at games, particularly chants targeting BYU and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Following incidents of religious bigotry in recent years, Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark emphasized the importance of fostering respectful environments in college athletics. The initiative will include commercials and video content that highlight positive stories of community involvement and sportsmanship within the conference.
- •Big 12's 'Respect the Game' campaign targets fan behavior.
- •Campaign launched after incidents of vulgar chants at BYU.
- •Includes commercials promoting sportsmanship at all events.
- •Aims to reinforce values of respect and community.
- •Initiative follows fines imposed on schools for fan conduct.
- 3:19 PMYahoo Sports — The Big 12 has a new sportsmanship campaign to help prevent future controversies at sporting events
"‘Respect the Game’ initiative is about reinforcing values that unite fans and celebrate the positive impact of sports.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NCAAF•Oct 2, 2026, 4:13 PMUMass football secures first sellout in over a decade
College SportsCollege Sports•Oct 2, 2026, 4:08 PMHow the Hawaii and San Jose State football teams match up
NCAAF•Oct 2, 2026, 3:45 PMHow to watch Georgia vs Vanderbilt: Live stream College Football, TV channel
NCAAF•Oct 2, 2026, 3:28 PM6 bold college football predictions for Week 5: Iowa puts Big Ten on notice
NCAAF•Oct 2, 2026, 3:22 PMFormer Warren Central football player being investigated for alleged rape at LSU
NCAAF•Oct 2, 2026, 3:19 PMCan Iowa shock No. 5 Ohio State? Inside Kinnick Stadium's upset factory