South Carolina Announcer Had The Nerve To Compare HBCU School To Prison System During Football Game

A shocking incident unfolded at a Greenville, South Carolina high school football game when the public address announcer was dismissed for making an inappropriate comparison between South Carolina State University and the Department of Corrections. The announcement occurred during a match against Riverside, prior to SC State's matchup against the University of South Carolina, and was perceived as derogatory, particularly towards the student body of the Historically Black College and University (HBCU).Christ Church Episcopal School promptly terminated the announcer after reportedly hearing numerous complaints, issuing an immediate public apology to South Carolina State University and its alumni. Head of School David Padilla emphasized the institution’s commitment to uphold its values, stating that such remarks were unacceptable.Alumni expressed their dismay and hurt over the incident, with some acknowledging the school's actions as a step toward ensuring accountability. They appreciated the rigorous vetting process in place moving forward, as a commitment to preventing future occurrences of such offensive commentary.