VCU, Richmond to host basketball games without fans

Joachim: Basketball in a water crisis without fans. The dichotomy of sports and suffering.
And as was the case in the days of sports during COVID, the dichotomy of athletic entertainment and human suffering was laid bare.
College Basketball Game to be Played Without Fans Due to Water Outage
On Wednesday night, one Atlantic 10 Conference game will be played without fans. The showdown between the VCU Rams and Fordham Rams will not have spectators in attendance in Richmond, Virginia, due to a water outage, per the official release from VCU.
VCU, Richmond to host basketball games without fans amid ongoing water outage in city
VCU men’s basketball will host Wednesday’s game against Fordham without spectators due to the ongoing water outage and boil advisory in Richmond, Va., where VCU is located. The university announced the decision Wednesday afternoon just hours before the scheduled 7 p.
Why VCU basketball-Fordham game will be played without fans
“News: VCU's home game tonight vs. Fordham will be played without fans in the stands, a source tells @CBSSports,” Matt Norlander said in a post. “School leaders made the decision b/c the Siegel Center doesn't have running water (Richmond has been dealing with water issues for days) and it's a public safety issue.”
VCU men's basketball, UR women will play without fans amid Richmond water crisis
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