Arkansas basketball's Au'Diese Toney apologizes after dead ball ejection against Penn Quakers
Au'Diese Toney says he is "sincerely sorry" for his behavior in Sunday's game.
Less than a minute into the second half of the Arkansas Razorbacks game against the Penn Quakers, the senior guard was ejected for a flagrant 2 foul.
Toney responded to a technical by Quakers' guard Jonah Charles.
There was shoving, and Toney was ejected.
In a social media post after the game, he apologized to both his fans and supporters.
"I take pride in wearing and representing this university and let my own emotions get the best of me," the post reads. "I take ownership of my actions and will not let this happen again."
To the fans and my supporters 🐗 @RazorbackMBB pic.twitter.com/ljwDZbdnXs
— A.M.T (@thefuturetoney) November 28, 2021
Toney ended the game with 12 points and four rebounds.
The Razorbacks were leading 39-26 at the time of the ejection. They would go on to win the game, 76-60 for the team's sixth straight victory.
Fans were quick to respond to Toney's apology on Twitter.
You don't need to apologize to us for playing with 🔥, but we appreciate that you thought to do it, that's owning the decision you made and accepting the results. You'll go far with your talent, but even farther with that ownership attitude. WPS!
— Sixover2 (@sixover21) November 29, 2021
This is a class move young man. You play with so much energy and heart. Your defense, rebounding, and off the ball movement is outstanding! You will be revered by Razorback Nation by the time you leave here.
— Kipp in Altus🐗🇺🇸✌️ (@KippUpton) November 29, 2021
We all make mistakes. The most important thing is what we do with them. We're proud to have you here, and look forward to seeing you back in action.
— DenverHawg (@RickyP_83) November 29, 2021
The Razorbacks will face Central Arkansas next on Dec. 1 at Bud Walton Arena.
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Trisha Easto is a digital producer in the USA Today network. You can find her on Twitter @trishaanicole
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