Northridge CSUN Volleyball Star Jordan Lucas Responds To Distasteful Comments From UC Irvine Announcer

Jordan Lucas is keeping his focus on the game after a sports announcer made distasteful remarks about the California State University Northridge volleyball player's court celebrations.

CSUN volleyball player Jordan Lucas is responding to negative comments from UC Irvine announcer Charlie Brande. Lucas's celebrations on the court have made the outside hitter go viral online. His reactions garnered comment from University of California Irvine announcer Charlie Brande during a match against the school last month.

Brande denounced the athlete's celebrations during the match.

I'm amazed Jordan Lucas hasn't been popped by somebody, Brande said during his commentary. His antics he's making under the net, it's very distasteful.

Brande quickly drew criticism for his comments. People online defended Lucas. Some people argued the announcer's comments were homophobic against Lucas, who is openly gay.

A couple of friends and family reached out to me and sent me the video or kind of told me about it, Lucas said. I was kind of just unsure and like, distraught in a way.

UC Irvine said Brande would not be taking part in any future broadcasts since his remarks did not meet the university's standards. The announcer released a statement issued by UCI, apologizing to the volleyball player.

Most importantly, I apologize to Jordan. I wholeheartedly regret my comment towards him, the statement read. I take full accountability for my comment and the damage it may have caused. Violence should never be acceptable or tolerated.

Lucas said he wasn't going to let the remarks ruin the love he has for the game. He said he plans to continue dominating on the court and celebrating as he pleases.

We're a top 20 program here at Northridge, Lucas said. We play only top programs within the country, nationally ranked. And so, you know, if guys are going to talk trash and kind of have that, then Im going to have my swagger, as well. And I feel like both should be respected.

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