ACCOUNTABILITY: BYU DEMANDS ACTION After More Anti-Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Chant | Brett Yormark's Leadership Questioned With Haphazard Big 12 Response(s)
Podcast: Locked On Cougars - Daily Podcast On BYU Cougars Football & BasketballPublished On: Fri Feb 06 2026
Description: The BYU men's basketball program finds itself at the center of controversy after head coach Kevin Young calls out Oklahoma State fans for derogatory chants during a heated Big 12 matchup. Jake Hatch breaks down the fallout, questioning whether Young simply misheard the crowd or if the chants were yet another example of problematic fan behavior targeting Brigham Young University and its Latter-day Saint affiliation. The discussion intensifies as social media explodes with debate—did the crowd chant “Ref's a Mormon” or the more offensive “F the Mormons”? Cody Stovall from Locked On Oklahoma State weighs in, suggesting both could be true depending on sections of the crowd, but the core issue remains: why is the Big 12’s response so inconsistent?Hatch holds Commissioner Brett Yormark and Big 12 leadership accountable, spotlighting past incidents at Cincinnati and Colorado where penalties and statements varied widely. Should the conference implement a clear, standardized policy to address discriminatory chants? The episode unpacks the cycle of boilerplate apologies from university presidents—including Oklahoma State’s latest statement—and the emotional impact this recurring hostility has on BYU student-athletes, coaches, and their families. Athletic director Brian Santiago delivers some of the most pointed comments yet from BYU leadership, demanding an end to excuses and meaningful changes to eliminate religious discrimination at conference events.With a nod to Texas Tech’s proactive measures and repeated calls for unified Big 12 action, Hatch explores why vitriol against BYU persists while similar attacks against other religious groups would spark national outrage. Are the current sportsmanship policies enough, or does the conference need to set a new standard for respect across all member schools?As BYU prepares to face Houston next, the question lingers: will the Big 12 finally back up its zero-tolerance stance and protect its teams from further abuse? Tune in for a passionate and insightful look at BYU basketball’s present trials, the cultural dynamics shaping the Big 12, and what needs to change to ensure a safer, more respectful environment for players and fans alike.Support Locked On Cougars:Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms and on YouTube!Join the NEW Locked On Cougars Everydayer Club by clicking here!If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. 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