Just Now: John Tonje Suspended Amid Controversial Video Incident and Team Violation
May 23, 2025 | By College Hoops Daily Staff
LINCOLN, NEBRASKA — Nebraska Cornhuskers guard John Tonje has been suspended indefinitely following the circulation of a controversial video that has sparked widespread attention on social media. The incident, which reportedly took place at an off-campus event last weekend, has prompted immediate disciplinary action from the university’s athletic department.
In the brief but concerning clip, Tonje is seen making inflammatory comments during what appeared to be a heated exchange with an attendee. While the full context of the video is still under review, the content was enough for school officials to act swiftly.
“We are aware of the video involving John Tonje and have decided to suspend him from all team-related activities pending a full investigation,” Nebraska Athletic Director Trev Alberts said in a statement. “Our program holds all student-athletes to the highest standards of conduct, both on and off the court.”
Tonje, a transfer who had become a standout performer in Nebraska’s backcourt, played a pivotal role in the team’s success last season. Known for his scoring ability and defensive hustle, his absence is expected to have a noticeable impact on the Cornhuskers’ upcoming offseason training and leadership structure.
Head Coach Fred Hoiberg addressed the media briefly following the announcement:
“We take pride in the culture we’ve built here. While we support John as a person and student-athlete, accountability is critical. We’ll wait for the full facts to emerge before making any further decisions.”
Tonje has not yet commented publicly, and it’s unclear whether the incident will impact his eligibility moving forward. Sources close to the program indicated that the team is encouraging him to issue an apology once the internal review is complete.
The University of Nebraska has not announced a timeline for the conclusion of the investigation.
This story is developing. Stay with College Hoops Daily for continued updates.
