Cheerleader Speaks Out After Alleged Racist Comments at Lutheran High Football Game
The school says it is investigating allegations after Sand Creek cheerleaders reported racist remarks, blocked passage and monkey noises from the student section.
- On Sept. 24, Black cheerleaders from Sand Creek High School reported being subjected to racial slurs, intimidation, and monkey noises by students at Lutheran High School in Parker during a football game.
- Allegations of recurring misconduct have surfaced regarding Lutheran, including a 2021 incident where attendees claimed football players used racial slurs and violent threats against Evergreen High School players.
- Cheerleaders reported students called them 'Harriet Tubman,' blocked their path, and whipped belts in their direction; Sand Creek assistant coach Sanaa Ford escorted the team to their cars as harassment intensified.
- Air Academy High School forfeited its homecoming game against Lutheran, citing a coaching shortage, while the Colorado High School Activities Association launched investigations into the alleged student misconduct.
- Lutheran and Air Academy agreed to limit fan attendance to family members and add security enhancements, while CHSAA reviews findings to determine potential punitive actions based on bylaws.
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Students at Lutheran High School accused of making monkey noises, whipping belts at Black students at football game
The Colorado High School Activities Association and Lutheran High School are investigating "incredibly alarming" reports that students at the private Christian school in Parker made racist remarks and took offensive actions toward students from visiting Sand Creek High School during a football game last month.
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Cheerleader speaks out after alleged racist comments at Lutheran High football game
A Sand Creek High School cheerleader is speaking out after she says she and her teammates experienced racist comments and gestures during a football game at Lutheran High School in Parker.
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