Did Briarwood Christian endorse Donald Trump's presidential candidacy during Friday's home football game vs. Fairfield?

The Lions ran through a bust-out style paper banner emblazed with Trump's "Make America Great Again" slogan, according to photos posted on social media, above the words "Trump the Tigers."

Briarwood Christian Schools Superintendent Barrett Mosbecker did not say who authorized the sign or why it was used during a game against an opponent with a predominantly African American student body, but the school e-mailed a prepared statement to AL.com today after completing an internal investigation.

"Briarwood Christian School desires to publicly apologize for any understandable offense caused by the sign used during a recent football game," the e-mail said. "The message of the sign did not represent the school's deep commitment to biblical principles and values, nor did it reflect our commitment to honoring and respecting our guests. Our existing policies were not followed effectively and appropriate measures will be taken to correct this. Above all we desire to seek forgiveness of any who were offended."

Photos of the banner have been shared on social media, with at least one fan saying the reference to Trump, whose rhetoric has led to violence at his rallies, made her feel unsafe.

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Another sign attached to the fence referenced the apparent slogan for the game: "Trump the Tigers."

Fairfield City Schools Superintendent Walter Gonsoulin said he learned about the banner and Trump references today.

"No one has given (or) filed an official complaint, but I have heard from some of the parents who felt it was disrespectful and they were wondering the intent of the sign," Gonsoulin said.

At many schools, cheerleaders brainstorm for a catchy theme - sometimes based on alliteration - and paint it on a huge banner that players run through before the game. Last year, Hoover officials drew criticism after its banner appeared to lampoon a perception that Mountain Brook's wealth leads to entitlement.

In 2013, McAdory also used a banner deemed insensitive to Native Americans.

Briarwood Christian won Friday's game, winning 27-0.

As for the Briarwood sign, veteran Briarwood football coach Fred Yancey said he didn't know why the Trump slogan was used.

"I don't do anything with banners or signs," said Yancey, referring inquiries to Mosbacker. "I don't have any idea."