Recent reports have surfaced regarding allegations of sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, stalking, and cyberstalking against the Florida basketball coach. The accusations, which span over the past year, involve multiple women, including students associated with the university.
According to the Independent Florida Alligator, the claims against the coach include instances of unwanted sexual advances on social media platforms, requests for sexual favors, and the unsolicited sharing of explicit photos and videos. The allegations were detailed in a Title IX complaint filed against the coach on September 27.
Despite attempts to obtain a copy of the complaint, the university, in compliance with federal law, refrained from commenting on any ongoing investigations or inquiries related to Title IX. The coach, who recently signed a contract extension through 2030, has not provided any statements regarding the allegations.
Reports suggest that the coach engaged in concerning behavior, such as taking photos of women without their consent and sending them to the subjects involved. Additionally, instances of stalking were reported, with the coach allegedly appearing at locations where the women were expected to be present.
This is not the first time the university's athletic department has faced serious allegations against a head coach. In recent years, the women's basketball coach was forced to resign due to allegations of abuse, while the women's soccer coach was terminated amid investigations into inappropriate comments and behavior.
The university has yet to release an official statement regarding the allegations against the basketball coach. The situation remains under scrutiny as the university navigates the complexities of the Title IX complaint and the potential implications for the coach's future with the program.
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