A bus carrying members of the Abilene Christian football team was hit by an intoxicated driver on Saturday night, leaving four on the bus injured.
A bus carrying members of the Abilene Christian football team was involved in a collision with an intoxicated driver on Saturday night, resulting in four individuals sustaining minor injuries.
The incident occurred while the team was returning home to Abilene after a closely contested game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Jones AT&T Stadium. Two coaches, a player, and the driver of the bus were transported to a hospital in Lubbock, Texas, for treatment of their injuries.
Abilene Christian Football Bus Hit by Intoxicated Driver, Four Injured
According to a statement released by Abilene Christian University (ACU), the team is grateful for the assistance provided by Texas Tech Director of Athletics Kirby Hocutt, team physician Dr. Michael Phy, and all the first responders who attended to the scene. The university did not provide any further updates on the condition of the injured individuals.
A video posted to social media captured the aftermath of the collision, showing a white truck with extensive front-end damage. The Lubbock Police Department confirmed that a 19-year-old driver of the truck was charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI).
Abilene Christian Football Bus Hit by Intoxicated Driver, Four Injured
In the football game itself, Texas Tech emerged victorious in a thrilling overtime battle, prevailing by a score of 52-51. The Red Raiders had held a significant lead throughout the game but were pushed to the brink by the determined Abilene Christian Wildcats.
Despite the disappointing loss, Abilene Christian praised the performance of their team, particularly their resilience in the face of adversity. The team's journey home was marred by the unfortunate incident, but the university expressed gratitude for the well-being of the injured individuals.
Abilene Christian Football Bus Hit by Intoxicated Driver, Four Injured
Abilene Christian University is a private, Christian university located in Abilene, Texas. The university's athletic programs compete in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) as a member of the Western Athletic Conference.
The Texas Tech Red Raiders football team represents Texas Tech University in NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) and competes in the Big 12 Conference. The Red Raiders have a rich football tradition, claiming a national championship in 1938 and winning multiple conference titles throughout their history.
The incident involving the intoxicated driver serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible driving and the potential consequences of operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Thankfully, the individuals involved in the collision escaped with minor injuries, but such incidents can have far-reaching effects.
As the Abilene Christian football team continues their season, they will undoubtedly draw upon the support of their university community and the lessons learned from this unfortunate event. The university's commitment to student-athlete safety and well-being remains paramount, and they will continue to provide the necessary support and resources to ensure the team's success both on and off the field.
