Coach

Ex-Phoenix Mercury Coach Nikki Blue Launches Discrimination Lawsuit Highlighting Pay Inequities and Biased Hiring

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PHOENIX — Former Phoenix Mercury head coach Nikki Blue has filed a lawsuit alleging discrimination related to pay disparities and hiring practices within the organization. This legal action casts a spotlight on the challenges women face in professional sports coaching roles, particularly regarding equitable compensation and opportunities. In her lawsuit, Blue asserts that her experiences reflect wider systemic issues in women’s athletics, especially concerning salary differences and promotional pathways. She served as the head coach of the Mercury for two seasons, during which she faced obstacles she believes were influenced by her gender. Blue claims … Read more

South Carolina Coach Shane Beamer Voices Frustration Over NCAA’s Inaction as Rahsul Faison Seeks Extra Year of Eligibility

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Columbia, South Carolina – South Carolina football head coach Shane Beamer voiced his dissatisfaction earlier this week regarding the NCAA’s handling of transfer portal addition Rahsul Faison’s eligibility. Beamer’s frustration stems from the NCAA’s silence on Faison’s status for the 2025 season, as other players with junior college backgrounds have previously been granted additional opportunities to compete. In a recent announcement, Faison revealed he has secured the services of prominent NIL attorney Darren Heitner to assist with potentially contesting the NCAA’s decision. Heitner validated Faison’s declaration via a social media post, stating, “Rahsul Faison submitted … Read more

Ex-MSU Coach Mel Tucker Eludes Legal Service Amid Harassment Allegations

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EAST LANSING, Mich. — Former Michigan State University football coach Mel Tucker is at the center of a legal battle as efforts to serve him with a lawsuit have been stymied by his apparent disappearance. The lawsuit, initiated by Brenda Tracy, a rape survivor and advocate who alleges Tucker harassed her while she was working with his team, has stalled due to difficulties locating Tucker to formally notify him of the case. Tracy’s lawyer has made numerous attempts to contact Tucker through certified mails to his known addresses, including his East Lansing home which he … Read more

Former Track Coach Sues Johnson City Schools, Claims Unjust Dismissal

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Johnson City, TN – A former high school track coach has initiated legal proceedings against Johnson City Schools, claiming unfair dismissal from his position. The lawsuit, filed earlier this week, raises critical questions about the protocols and decision-making processes employed by the education system in handling personnel issues. The coach, whose identity was withheld for legal reasons, alleges his termination was both unwarranted and without proper procedural follow-through. According to his legal team, the coach’s firing was not only a shock but was also handled with a lack of transparency that they argue is inconsistent … Read more