TCU Athletics reinstated the media credentials for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram on September 4, ending a suspension that lasted almost two weeks. This action followed the newspaper's coverage of a locker room incident involving Jacob Fields and Dozie Noble Ezukanma, who suffered a brain bleed, leading to Fields being charged with aggravated assault.
Despite the suspension, the Star-Telegram continued to report on the incident. TCU Athletics emphasized its commitment to progress and recognized the newspaper's significance as an independent news outlet in the community. The Horned Frogs began their season with a loss to North Carolina, with a score of 15-10 in Ireland, and are set to compete against Grambling State on September 12.
The decision to suspend the Star-Telegram's credentials was reportedly connected to threats made against Ezukanma. However, the newspaper clarified that it did not disclose his identity following the incident. With the credentials restored, the Star-Telegram will regain full access to media areas at TCU games.
Source: usatoday.com.
