US News
Former Michigan hockey players sue over alleged sexual hazing
Sixteen former athletes allege long-running abuse, according to reporting by The Guardian.
The short version
- Sixteen former University of Michigan hockey players filed a federal lawsuit alleging sexual hazing and abuse by teammates from 1984 to 2001.[The Guardian]
- The lawsuit claims former head coach Red Berenson knew about the misconduct but failed to intervene.[The Guardian]
- The University of Michigan called the claims disturbing but denied legal responsibility, while Berenson stated no one ever complained to him.[The Guardian]
Key facts
- Sixteen former Michigan hockey players filed a federal lawsuit alleging teammate sexual abuse and hazing between 1984 and 2001.[The Guardian]
- The lawsuit alleges former coach Red Berenson knew about the abuse and did not intervene.[The Guardian]
- The University of Michigan labeled the allegations disturbing but denied responsibility.[The Guardian]
- Red Berenson denied that coaches or staff encouraged abuse, stating nobody had complained to him.[The Guardian]
What remains uncertain
- Whether coaching staff or university officials were aware of the alleged hazing remains disputed between the plaintiffs and defendants.[The Guardian]
Sources
Outlet counts describe coverage, not independent confirmation. Reports may share a wire service or original source.