Four people were injured after a bus carrying the Abilene Christian University football team was involved in a crash with another vehicle in Lubbock, Texas, on Saturday night.
One player, two coaches, and the bus driver were taken to University Medical Center in Lubbock for minor injuries, as confirmed by a statement from the ACU athletics department.
The Lubbock Police Department did not provide any updates on the incident as of Sunday.
The team was on their way back to Abilene following a close game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at the Jones AT&T Stadium when the accident happened. Video footage shared on social media showed a white truck with significant damage at the crash site.
“We are thankful to Texas Tech Director of Athletics Kirby Hocutt, their team physician Dr. Michael Phy, and all first responders for their prompt assistance and care,” noted the ACU statement.
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In a heartbreaking turn of events, a bus carrying the Abilene Christian University football team was involved in a collision in Lubbock, Texas, resulting in injuries to four individuals. Among them were one player, two coaches, and the bus driver, who were thankfully only treated for minor injuries at University Medical Center in Lubbock. The incident occurred as the team was heading back to Abilene after a game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders, adding an unexpected and somber note to what should have been a celebratory journey.
The aftermath of the crash was captured in videos shared on social media, showing a white truck with severe damage at the scene. Despite the shock and chaos, the ACU athletics department expressed gratitude to Texas Tech officials, including Director of Athletics Kirby Hocutt and team physician Dr. Michael Phy, as well as all the first responders who swiftly came to the aid of those involved in the accident.
As we await further updates from the authorities, our thoughts and prayers are with the ACU community and everyone affected by this unfortunate event. Let us all come together to show support and solidarity in times of adversity.
