Edmond native Tyler Williams was dismissed from the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith basketball team Aug. 16 for what he and his family allege was racial discrimination by head coach Jim Boone because of Williams' hair. Williams and his parents met with Boone that day, and Williams recorded the conversation upon which their allegations are based. Williams provided the audio of the meeting to The Oklahoman.

<p>Edmond native Tyler Williams was dismissed from the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith basketball team Aug. 16 for what he and his family allege was racial discrimination by head coach Jim Boone because of Williams' hair.&nbsp;Williams and his parents met with Boone that day, and Williams recorded the conversation upon which their allegations are based. Williams provided the audio of the meeting to <em>The Oklahoman</em>.</p>

News and Information from the Oklahoman in Oklahoma City.

Advertisement