Kewan Platt was a Division III basketball player who made headlines in 2018 for a vicious elbow to the face of an opponent during a game. He was suspended indefinitely and barred from campus for his dirty play. But where is he now and what did he do? Here is a summary of his story and his current situation.
The Incident
The incident happened on November 13, 2018, in a game between Fitchburg State and Nichols College. Platt, a guard for Fitchburg State, was frustrated by the defense of Nichols’ Nate Tenaglia, who had just made a three-pointer. Platt waited for the referee to look away and then elbowed Tenaglia in the face, knocking him to the ground. The video of the foul went viral on social media and sparked outrage from the basketball community and beyond.
Platt was ejected from the game and later suspended indefinitely by the school and the conference. He was also banned from campus and faced possible criminal charges. According to ESPN[^1^][2], the Fitchburg State police department was investigating the incident. Tenaglia, on the other hand, was cleared to play the rest of the game and suffered no serious injuries.
The Apology
Platt issued an apology on Instagram, expressing his “deep regret” for his actions. He said he “lost control” of his emotions and “made a very bad decision”. He also apologized to Tenaglia, his teammates, coaches, and the Fitchburg State community. He said he accepted the consequences of his behavior and hoped to learn from his mistake.
According to Heavy.com[^2^][3], Platt deleted his Instagram account shortly after posting the apology. He also deleted his Twitter account, where he had previously posted about his basketball achievements and aspirations.
The Aftermath
Platt’s basketball career was effectively over after the incident. He was no longer listed on the Fitchburg State roster and his player of the week award was revoked by the conference. He also lost his chance to graduate from the school, as he was not allowed to return to campus.
According to GudStory[^3^][1], Platt’s current whereabouts are unknown. He has not given any interviews or made any public statements since his apology. He has also not been active on any social media platforms. It is unclear if he has faced any legal repercussions or if he has pursued any other academic or professional opportunities.
Platt’s incident remains one of the most shocking and disgraceful acts of sportsmanship in recent history. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of controlling one’s emotions and respecting one’s opponents in any competitive setting.