Big 12 Fines Utah AD Mark Harlan $40,000 for Comments After Holy War Loss on Saturday

Nov 10, 2024, 10:18 PM

The Big 12 Conference has fined University of Utah Athletic Director Mark Harlan $40,000 and issued a public reprimand following his comments and actions after Utah's loss to BYU in the Holy War on Saturday. Harlan criticized the officiating and the integrity of the Big 12 Conference, which led to the disciplinary measures. Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark stated that Harlan's comments irresponsibly challenged the professionalism of the officials and the integrity of the conference. Harlan was also seen berating an official after the game. The Big 12 warned that repeated behavior would result in more serious penalties.