The Iowa-Illinois fan beef may have reached its climax.
, a day before the Hawkeyes’ 81-79 win over their Big 10 rival, saying the idea came in “poor judgment.”
“The students of the Orange Krush are among the most passionate fans in the country. But in planning the Orange Krush road trip, we misrepresented ourselves as another active charitable organization,” the statement said. “This was our mistake and for that we are truly sorry… Protection of their home court is, and should be, their priority.
“It was never our intention to disparage or lessen their importance. This event has been a valuable learning experience that will help form best practices for Orange Krush classes for years to come.”
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