HBCU's Honey Beez Face Backlash Over Weight Jokes
Alabama State University's Honey Beez dancers, renowned for redefining HBCU majorette culture, have faced a storm of backlash after a band announcer from Florida A&M made derogatory remarks about their weight. The incident has sparked controversy within the HBCU community.
The Honey Beez, established in 2004 by Alabama State's band director as an alternative to traditional cheerleaders, have a minimum weight requirement of 250 pounds. This requirement has been publicly known since at least 2017. However, the group has faced a history of roasting from opposing bands, with the latest incident drawing significant criticism.
Joe Bullard, a band announcer at Florida A&M, made offensive comments about the Honey Beez dancers as they took the field. He referred to them as 'the new face of Ozempic', a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes. Bullard later apologized, acknowledging that his remarks were hurtful and disrespectful despite being intended as lighthearted banter.
Luther Campbell, of 2 Live Crew fame, weighed in on the controversy. While he believed Bullard went too far, he did not think the announcer should be fired. The incident has sparked debate within the HBCU world, with some seeing it as lighthearted rivalry banter, while others condemn the remarks. Some alumni and fans have defended Bullard, arguing that he was not lying about the dancers' weight requirement.
The Honey Beez dancers, despite facing challenges and controversies, continue to redefine HBCU majorette culture with pride. The recent incident serves as a reminder of the importance of respect and understanding in sportsmanship and public discourse. The HBCU community awaits further developments in this ongoing situation.
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