Virginia Tech men’s basketball coach Mike Young apologized for comments made about Jehovah’s Witnesses during their NCAA Tournament press conference on Tuesday.
Young, who is in his second season as head coach of the Hawkeyes, attempted to say that he was taking his matchup seriously with the Florida Gators but ended Crass’s remarks.
“We are not playing the Jehovah’s Witness All-Star team here. We’re playing the Gators, man, we’re playing the Gators, “Young said WSLS-TV. “I don’t know who our next opponent would be if we were lucky enough to win, but in hell there’s not a chance that you start thinking about anything, nothing – I don’t clip about anything. Will do [head coach Mike White’s] The same goes for the Gator team, and my team.
“That’s the thing. It’s a game and if you play poorly or get outplayed, I’m going out of the hall after talking to you guys through the zoom, and going to be an NCAA representative who Telling me, “Your plane leaves in 45 minutes. You’re lucky. Go pack your bags and get out of here.” It may not be that hard, but let’s play well and play a good ballgame. . Let’s see what happens.”
Young later apologized.
“Earlier on the NCAA tournament conference call today, I tried to show my respect for our upcoming rival, University of Florida. Regrettably, I did not express that sentiment appropriately, ”Young said. “I apologize for my insensitive remarks and sincerely apologize to anyone who has offended.”
Young was named ACC Coach of the Year for a 15–6 total and getting Virginia Tech back in the tournament.
The Hokies are the No. 10 seed in the South Region and play the Gators on Friday afternoon.
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