Trouble in Denver about Vicki Ray
NBA club bans fan from the hall after 32 years – without explanation
Today, March 24, 2024 | 14:52
72-year-old Vicki Ray, a superfan known for his decades-long support of the NBA team Denver Nuggets, was banned from the home arena, sending ripples through the Nuggets’ fan base.
A season ticket holder for over 30 years, Ray has become a fixture at Nuggets games, her presence synonymous with the team’s ups and downs.
Vicki Ray’s commitment to the Nuggets is legendary. She cheered for the team for 32 years and only missed a handful of games during that time. Her position on the railing of the walkway through which the Nuggets enter the field gives her a unique vantage point that allows her to greet and encourage players and officials alike. However, there have been a series of events this season that have led to their current predicament.
The problems began with a change in policies regarding signage and early access to the arena. Ray was told that their usual practices were no longer permitted. The situation escalated when she was accused of groping a referee and punching a player – allegations she vehemently denies.
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While she admits that she passed notes to the referees, which has been her tradition for 25 years, she maintains that because of her position vis-à-vis the players and officials, this could not have led to the alleged physical interactions.
Kroenke Sports and Entertainment, the company that oversees the Nuggets, has remained largely silent on the details of the case. The reason given for the ban was “repeated violations and warnings of the NBA Code of Conduct and the Ball Arena Code of Conduct.”
Despite requests from Ray’s attorney to provide evidence, the organization has not provided a public response, leaving many questions unanswered.
The ban has sparked debate among fans and observers over the treatment of dedicated fans and the enforcement of rules of conduct. Vicki Ray’s story is a poignant reminder of the deep emotional connection fans can have to their teams and how quickly that connection can be tested.
As the Nuggets continue their season, the absence of one of their most well-known fans creates a grim backdrop for games at Ball Arena.
2024-03-24 13:52:00
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