Rainy and cold reception for No. 19 Mississippi at Oklahoma day later after travel issues
Norman, Oklahoma (AP) — The Sooner Schooner was a no-show at the game against No. 19 Mississippi, leaving the field empty as Oklahoma fans booed. The Rebels had missed their Sunday kickoff due to travel issues caused by flight cancellations. Ole Miss arrived in Oklahoma City on Saturday night, but the Federal Aviation Administration's decision to halt all flights on Friday forced a day's delay.
Oklahoma's athletic director, Roger Denny, expressed outrage at the SEC's decision, stating it was unfair to the athletes and the fans. Ole Miss officials defended their actions, saying they had tried their best to make the trip and play on Saturday, but ultimately, the charter company could not accommodate the late departure. The game, originally scheduled for 3:15 p.m. Saturday, was pushed back to Sunday due to the weather and the missed kickoff.
Fans, braving the rain and cold, gathered outside Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, with some driving long distances to attend.
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