Matt Rhule says fan cursed at his 13-year-old daughter after Nebraska loss

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 3 Nov, 04:39 · Archive

Nebraska football coach Matt Rhule said a fan verbally attacked his 13-year-old daughter after the Cornhuskers' loss to Washington on Saturday. Speaking at his weekly press conference on Monday, Rhule said the fan approached his daughter and cursed at her and at him. The loss to Washington, which ended 17-10, was Nebraska's third straight defeat.

Rhule acknowledged that fans have the right to criticise the team when it loses or underperforms. However, he said targeting his family crosses a line he is not willing to accept. He told reporters that he would consider retiring from coaching if it meant his children could grow up in a better environment.

Rhule clarified that he is not planning to leave the program. His wife Julie asked his daughters whether the criticism was becoming too much for them. His 10-year-old daughter responded by texting him to encourage him to stay, saying she loved Nebraska and Nebraska football, and that the experience was teaching her life lessons. The loss dropped Nebraska to 5-3 on the season and 2-3 in Big Ten play.

How it is being reported

• Matt Rhule draws line after saying Nebraska fan cursed at 13-year-old daughter after lossMatt Ruhle said that he would “retire” from coaching football if it meant protecting his family.New York Post · 3 Nov, 04:19
• Matt Rhule draws the line after fan verbally attacks his 13-year-old daughter following latest Nebraska lossMatt Rhule revealed a fan cursed at his 13-year-old daughter after Nebraska's latest collapse, saying he'd consider retiring over family harassment.Fox News · 2 Nov, 19:01

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