Alaila Everett has spoken out after a viral video showed her striking an opponent with a baton during a high school relay race on March 7 at Liberty University, leaving Kaelen Tucker with a concussion and possible skull fracture.Many assumed the hit was intentional, sparking outrage and calls for Everett’s ban. However, Everett insists it was an accident, explaining that her baton got stuck behind Tucker,

causing her to lose balance before the impact.Tucker’s family, now pursuing legal action, criticized Everett for not apologizing at the event. Everett claims she tried to reach out but received no response. Meanwhile, the sport’s governing body has launched an official investigation as the controversy continues.