Marble Falls, Texas, high school is investigating reports of an alleged racist incident at basketball tournament
East Central High School senior Asia Prudhomme speaks with ABC News about an incident at her basketball game where several spectators shouted monkey noises at her.Marble Falls High School announced its plans this week to investigate reports of alleged racist behavior by student spectators at a girls basketball tournament on Friday., depicts several students shouting monkey noises as East Central High School senior Asia Prudhomme, who is Black, was shooting free throws.
Marble Falls High School Principal Damon Adams said in a statement that administrators are reviewing video footage and will interview students and spectators who attended the game to ensure a thorough investigation. "As campus principal, I regret that any player or guest in attendance at our tournament experienced anything from our student body that made them feel uncomfortable or devalued," he said. "I am saddened that the behaviors of a very small number of students could tarnish the impression that others have of the incredible group of kids who make up our student body."
"Marble Falls ISD does not condone any form of discrimination, and we would like players at East Central to know they have our full support," the statement reads.
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