The Women’s NCAA tournament witnessed an unwanted incident when Jamirah Shutes sucker-punched an opponent after the game. The incident occurred after a game between the University of Memphis and Bowling Green State University. After the game when the teams lined up together for a handshake with each other. Jamirah Shutes of the Memphis Tigers sucker-punched Elissa Brett. This called for swift action as the incident happened outside the game.
Jamirah is a 23-year-old, 5th-year student at Memphis and the daughter of James and Patricia Shutes. She is a good basketball player and is ranked 13th as the all-time leading scorer in the institution. Unfortunately, her dream of playing professional basketball is doubtful. Some fans have taken to Twitter to remove her from the team after he unacceptable behavior. “That’s assault. Toss her off the team and prosecute,” one fan commented.
That’s assault. Toss her off the team and prosecute.
— Chris Chambers (@ChrisB_Chambers) March 25, 2023
Seeing people defending Jamirah Shutes by saying “but she’s just a kid” is so ridiculous. 23 years old and a 5th year senior. Pretty sure by then most people realize you don’t sucker punch someone in a handshake line or at anytime for that matter.
— Mark (@MarkMizzouSteel) March 24, 2023
Jamirah Shutes is violent. pic.twitter.com/gFLfgTsais
— Tired of being politically correct (@USBornNRaised) March 24, 2023
Glad to hear Jamirah Shutes has been charged with assault. That was a punk move.
— Robby Starbuck (@robbystarbuck) March 25, 2023
Violence in any sport draws serious consequences, and for Jamirah this is going to haunt her. Jamirah is believed to be furious after the loss and engaged in a verbal altercation just before punching her. Since the incident happened right at the front of the match table, Jamirah could be in a lot of trouble. The rest of the Bowling Green players didn’t lose their cool and maintained professionalism, avoiding further unnecessary actions.
Jamirah Shutes is set to face assault charges for her actions after the game
According to TMZ Sports, Elissa Brett has a swollen eye after getting sucker-punched by Jamirah. Thankfully, it is nothing major, and will soon recover from the hit. However, Bowling Green released a statement, who have made their intentions clear of pressing charges against Jamirah. This incident will be involving the police, and a possible arrest would be made. However, as of now, Jamira is not detained, and the investigation is underway.
According to Bowling Green Athletics, Memphis Tiger Jamirah Shutes is being charged with assault after last night’s incident pic.twitter.com/5UqfAH78St
— Colin Cody (@ColinzCody) March 24, 2023
A criminal case will follow Jamirah after her unnecessary actions after the game, and assault charges are filed against her. This would’ve been a different matter altogether had the incident happened during the game. It will be a huge warning to all young and aspiring athletes, to avoid violence in and outside the game. It is only a matter of time before Jamirah faces serious consequences and a possible arrest.
