URGENT UPDATE: A University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) football player, Daniel Mincey, has been charged with attempted murder following a shocking incident that left two teammates injured just hours before a crucial home game. The stabbings occurred on November 25, 2023, at the Football Operations Building on campus, according to court records filed in Jefferson County.
Mincey, a 20-year-old offensive lineman and redshirt freshman from Pompano Beach, Florida, is accused of using a knife to stab defensive linemen Joshua Underwood and JaSire Peterson. Both players were rushed to the hospital but have since been released and are recovering, UAB interim head coach Alex Mortensen confirmed during a press conference.
This disturbing event unfolded mere hours before UAB faced off against the University of South Florida, leading to a somber atmosphere as the team proceeded with the game, ultimately losing 48-18. Coach Mortensen expressed the team’s commitment to the well-being of its players, stating, “What’s most important to us is the well-being of our student-athletes. We are going to make sure they have every opportunity this week to get the counseling services that they need.”
UAB Athletic Director Mark Ingram addressed the media, calling Saturday a “very sad day for UAB football and for UAB athletics.” He and Mortensen declined to provide further details about the incident, citing an ongoing investigation. However, both players injured in the incident have expressed gratitude for the community’s support during their recovery.
The incident has raised significant concerns about player safety and team dynamics, prompting discussions within the university and athletic department. The football team’s last game of the season is scheduled for November 29 against Tulsa, where the focus will remain on supporting the affected players.
As the investigation continues, this alarming situation highlights the urgent need for mental health resources and support systems for student-athletes. The UAB community is rallying together, with many sharing their thoughts and prayers for the injured players and the team as a whole.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
