Duke's Kimari Robinson faces backlash after incident with female trainer

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Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Duke's Kimari Robinson faces backlash after incident with female trainer
Summary

During a game at Wallace Wade Stadium, Duke football player Kimari Robinson mistakenly swiped at a female athletic trainer who was assisting injured teammate Dashawn Stone. The incident, which went viral, received widespread criticism, with calls for Robinson's dismissal from the team. While some expressed understanding of his emotional response, many condemned his actions as unacceptable. Stone was able to walk off the field under his own power after medical attention was provided. Discussions around the incident continue as the community reflects on appropriate sidelines conduct.

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  • •Kimari Robinson swats at a female trainer during a game on October 17, 2026.
  • •The video of the incident has been viewed over two million times online.
  • •Criticism from former athletes and fans follows Robinson's actions on social media.
  • •Teammate Dashawn Stone was injured but walked off the field after treatment.
  • •Debate around the appropriateness of player reactions in medical situations continues.
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  • 1:33 AMYahoo Sports — Duke football player, female athletic trainer exchange sparks controversy
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A viral moment between Duke football player Kimari Robinson and a female medical staffer has some calling for his dismissal.

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