Alabama State has suspended a player for hitting a security guard during an incident Saturday during the Hornets’ 23-10 loss to Florida A&M.

The player, identified Jacob Freeman by The Advertiser, got into an argument with A&M fans after the game. A security guard stepped in to prevent the player from escalating the incident when he was hit by the Alabama State player.

Alabama State University Athletic Director Dr. Jason Cable issued the following statement:

“We are aware of the incident that occurred last night following our game against Florida A&M University in Tallahassee involving an Alabama State University football student-athlete. 

“We do not condone the actions of the student-athlete, nor are the actions representative of the expectations set forth by the Athletic Department and our University. 

“There is zero tolerance for this type of behavior. The student-athlete has been suspended indefinitely from the football program, effective immediately.”

A representative from the SWAC office shared a statement with HBCU Legends.

“The Southwestern Athletic Conference is aware of the incident that transpired at the conclusion of the Alabama State at Florida A&M football game involving an ASU student-athlete.

“The Southwestern Athletic Conference upholds an extremely high standard of good sportsmanship and does not condone unsportsmanlike behavior of any kind.

“The Southwestern Athletic Conference has a zero tolerance policy regarding unsportsmanlike conduct.”