Colorado State apologizes for anti-LDS chants aimed at BYU during football game
September 20, 2026 at 12:03 AM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

Colorado State University issued an apology after fans directed anti-Latter-day Saint chants at Brigham Young University during the Cougars' 41-23 victory over the Rams. The university stated, "Mocking anyone's faith has no place at CSU. It runs counter to our community's values and to who we are."
The incident occurred during BYU's visit to Colorado State. BYU, sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has faced religious mockery at opposing venues in previous seasons, prompting discussions about fan conduct in college athletics.
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