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Kentucky State player Aminata Seck detained by ICE amid injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 3:31 PM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Kentucky State player Aminata Seck detained by ICE amid injury
Summary

Aminata Seck, a 26-year-old Kentucky State University basketball player, was detained by ICE on August 7 while traveling with her team. A lawyer indicated that she is suffering from a torn ACL and is only receiving ibuprofen for pain. Seck has reportedly been moved between multiple detention facilities and has not received consistent medical care. Her coach, Amani Williams, is advocating for her, emphasizing the need for immediate medical attention. A representative from Kentucky State University declined to comment due to privacy concerns.

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  • •Aminata Seck was detained on August 7 while traveling to New York.
  • •She suffers from a torn ACL and requires surgery.
  • •Seck has been moved through multiple detention facilities.
  • •Her coach has been actively advocating for her release.
  • •Kentucky State University has not provided details on the case.
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  • 3:31 PMYahoo Sports — Kentucky State Basketball Player Detained by ICE While in ‘So Much Pain’ Due to ACL Injury
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“She needs surgery,” a lawyer assisting Aminata Seck said

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