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OXFORD, MISSISSIPPI – NOVEMBER 9: Fans go up for the field goal after the game between the Mississippi Rebels and the Georgia Bulldogs at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium on November 9, 2024 in Oxford, Mississippi. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)

The University of Mississippi, known as Ole Miss, faces a $350,000 fine after fans stormed the field to celebrate the team’s victory over the University of Georgia. according to ESPN.

The Southeastern Conference (SEC) announced the sanction, including a $250,000 fine for Ole Miss’ second violation of the SEC policy prohibiting fans from entering the field during a game. The university’s first violation under this policy occurred in September 2023 after a victory over LSU.

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An additional $100,000 fine was added due to fans prematurely running onto the field with 16 seconds left on the clock during the Georgia game. Although officials managed to clear the field temporarily, fans returned once the game officially ended.

Ole Miss, which defeated Georgia 28-10 in Oxford, Mississippi, now risks a possible $500,000 fine if it violates the policy for a third time.