(Photo by Amy Kontras/ISI Photos/Getty Images), allegations of sexual coercion and misconduct against Paul Riley. 18 of 2011, the men's and women's teams have won 11 titles and played in 6 international tournament finals. The NWSL Players' Association said it hoped fans would understand and support the decision. In 2015, Ellis was named the FIFA World Coach of the Year and Concacaf Coach of the Year for Womens Soccer; she holds the record for coaching the most U.S. women's team matches. Quamme is most proud of the way he was able to communicate an emphasis on community, athletics and academics to his athletes, several of which earned scholar athlete awards in the WIAC conference. Team owner Merritt Paulson announced Thursday he is putting the Thorns up for sale. Bak joined Holy Cross in May 2020 following a six-year stint as associate head coach at Providence College. In soccer, player revolts plunge Womens World Cup buildup into turmoil. Riley, who was fired by the Courage, denied the allegations. Canada are the reigning Olympic women's champions, while France topped their group in World Cup qualifying. Lindsay Whalen, considered the greatest player in Minnesota women's basketball history, resigned as coach on Thursday after a third straight losing season. "The FFF nevertheless notes that this report is based less on objective facts than on assessments which have sometimes led to a disproportionate denigration of the body. A government ministry audit concluded the 81-year-old Le Graet did not have the "necessary legitimacy" for the position. Since Jun. Story Links LA GRANDE, Ore. After six consecutive winning seasons as the head of Mountaineer Women's Soccer, Jake Plocher is moving on to new challenges. "We take seriously our responsibility to vigorously investigate the abhorrent behavior that has been reported and gain a full and frank understanding of the factors that allowed it to happen, and the changes that should be made to make sure it does not happen again.". Head womens soccer coach Ryan Quamme is resigning from his role at the University and will be taking a position as a financial advisor in Whitewater. CNN has not been able to reach Riley for comment. I ended up building a relationship with Whitewaters coach at the time, Greg Henschel, and eventually he brought me on as an assistant in 2008. Although Quamme is parting ways with the program, he is very grateful for his time spent with the Warhawks and plans on using the skills and adaptability he has gained as a coach in his role as a financial advisor. The league released one sentence about Commissioner Lisa Baird, saying she resigned and the league accepted. The statement Eastern Oregon University Director of Athletics Anji Weissenfluh announced today that Plocher has announced his resignation and will take over as the Head Coach of the National Women's Soccer League Commissioner Lisa Baird resigned after some 19 months on the job amid allegations that a former coach engaged in sexual harassment and misconduct. 2021 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. In her five years (four seasons) at the helm, Nugent led the Bengals to a 45-57 overall record, including back-to-back SUNYAC Tournament appearances in the A goal is to find an owner that will keep the team rooted in the Portland community. If a comment is harassing, threatening or inappropriate in nature, it may be taken down with editor's discretion. He denied ever taking his players out drinking or making any sexual advances towards them. "Jill was always extremely passionate about this team, analytical, tremendously focused and not afraid to make tough decisions while giving her players the freedom to play to their strengths," he said. So I am still going to be working and coaching just in a different way. The 81-year All Rights Reserved. U.S. Soccer was instrumental in founding the NWSL in 2013 and helped support the league until last year, when it became independent. Denton She said she came to the decision after digesting everything that has transpired over the last several days and wants to be inducted next year when we can all properly celebrate womens soccer.. WATCH: Highlights from U.S. women's World Cup ticker-tape parade, ceremony, U.S. women's national soccer team announced. Riley told The Athletic the allegations were "completely untrue.". According to L'Equipe, Le Graet's resignation has pushed a decision on Diacre's future back to Thursday Mar. Business as usual isnt our concern right now. Following three straight seasons of winless play in the Ivy League, womens soccer head coach Dwight Hornibrook has resigned. Updated on: October 1, 2021 / 10:32 PM The club has won three NWSL titles, including this years championship when it beat the Kansas City Current in the final. Mikey Rottier, Womens Sports EditorFebruary 19, 2023. Riley, who has since been fired by the team and had his license suspended by U.S. Soccer, denies the allegations. Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Community Guidelines | KMIZ-TV FCC Public File | FCC Applications |, Breaking News Ellis said in a statement Tuesday that working with the women during her time on the team has been the "honor of a lifetime. The Frenchman has now confirmed his resignation and interim president Philippe Diallo will remain in place until Jun. A report on the investigation conducted by former acting U.S. Attorney General Sally Yates detailed systemic misconduct that impacted multiple teams, including the Thorns. CEO Will Wilson earned $642,348 and his predecessor, Dan Flynn, was listed at $251,886 as an ambassador and former officer. He shared his plans on joining the quarterback club for the Warhawk football team and the tip-off club for his colleague Pat Millers basketball team. Nol Le Grat a annonc au Comit excutif de la Fdration Franaise de Football sa dcision de quitter ses fonctions. Washington Spirit coach Richie Burke was fired after a Washington Post report detailed verbal and emotional abuse of players. 2 min read. Coach Henschel got the opportunity to go to be the head coach at UW-Milwaukee, and the athletic director at the time met with me and when I told him we needed to split the programs he gave me a choice of where I wanted to start. The investigation was launched last year after North Carolina coach Paul Riley, the former coach of the Thorns, was accused of sexually harassing and coercing players. Olympique Lyonnais supremo Jean Michel Aulas could be a candidate to replace Le Graet from June onwards while RC Strasbourg Alsace chief Marc Keller has long been considered the heir to Le Graet's throne at the FFF. One day after the Gophers women's basketball 2022-23 season ended with a first-round loss to Penn State in the Big Ten Whalen, a Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer, was hired five years ago with no previous coaching experience. Canadian midfielder Sophie Schmidt told media through tears in Orlando that she nearly quit over shoddy treatment from their federation, but Sinclair and coach Bev Priestman convinced her to reconsider. 0:00. PAUL, Minn. Macalester College Director of Athletics Donnie Brooks has announced that women's soccer head coach Krystle Seidel has resigned her position. "As part of this, FIFA will be reaching out to the respective parties, including US Soccer and NWSL, for further information about the various safeguarding concerns and allegations of abuse that have been raised.". The transfer portal is starting to change things, and the name likeness image is starting to change things. Paulson has owned the Thorns since the creation of the NWSL in 2013. https://t.co/RGFUZQ8meR, "Noel Le Graet announced to the Executive Committee of the FFF this Tuesday Feb. 28 his decision to leave office," read an FFF statement. A: I have changed quite a bit and I think you have to in this profession. Though the news was less final for Corinne Diacre, the head coach for the France women's national team. I think we have done a lot of great things here, but I was ready for a new challenge and I think the program is going to benefit from a fresh perspective as well. Fellow French internationals Marie-Antoinette Katoto and Kadidiatou Diani have also said they were taking a step back from the national team. FIFA told The Associated Press it was "deeply concerned" by the case and will now be seeking further details from American soccer authorities about the issues raised. Required fields are marked *, Soccer coach resigns to pursue new endeavor. The president of the Canadian soccer federation resigned Monday following accusations by the women's national team of unequal and inequitable treatment. CORVALLIS Oregon State Head Women's Soccer Coach Matt Kagan will step down from his position to pursue other opportunities effective immediately, Vice President and Director of Athletics Scott Barnes announced Wednesday. The decision comes hours after the League announced it would postpone the five matches scheduled for this weekend in light of the allegations. With Le Graet gone, her fate will now be decided at a March 9 meeting. While he acknowledged making comments that some players may have found offensive, he said, "I do not belittle my players, comment on their weight, or discuss their personal relationships." Discovery Company. WICHITA FALLS, Texas -- Christopher Reay resigned as head coach of the Midwestern State women's basketball program Thursday afternoon. "Our athletes as well as future generations of Canadian footballers deserve so much better.". Story Links BUFFALO, NY Marybeth Nugent has resigned as head women's basketball coach at Buffalo State University, Renee Carlineo, Director of Athletics, announced Tuesday. Story Links LA GRANDE, Ore. After six consecutive winning seasons as the head of Mountaineer Women's Soccer, Jake Plocher is moving on to new challenges. I had a few offers to play actually, but I decided not to and just started coaching right away. It also recognized that playing is what gives the players joy. If the womens game is to avoid further power imbalances and player abuses, these systems must be used and there must be trust in the process and its results. "I think women athletes specifically have gone through so much over the years, not just women's football," Fishlock said. National Women's Soccer League Commissioner Lisa Baird resigned Friday, a day after some former players accused North Carolina Courage coach Paul Riley of misconduct. He has earned journalism degrees from Florida A&M University and the University of South Florida-St. Petersburg. But calls had persisted for him to sell the Thorns. The Thorns said Thursday that the team investigated claims about Riley and passed those on to the league when he was dismissed. WICHITA FALLS, Texas -- Christopher Reay resigned as head coach of the Midwestern State women's basketball program Thursday afternoon. She then made history leading the team to a second consecutive World Cup championship in July. Baird had apologized for the fallout: This week, and much of this season, has been incredibly traumatic for our players and staff, and I take full responsibility for the role I have played. In a statement Monday, the Red Stars said they stood with the players who are fiercely advocating for change, and we are committed to doing our part to ensure a safe environment for players, staff, volunteers and fans. Riley coached the Portland Thorns from 2014-2015, the Western New York Flash in 2016 and the Courage after the Flash dissolved and the franchise rights were sold to a group in North Carolina. The Thorns said Thursday that they conducted a "thorough investigation" when they received the complaint about Riley and did not discover illegal activity, but did find "clear violations" of company policy. WebListen now to News and Notes: Alexia Putellas is Fifa's Best Player | France's coach resigns (Soccer 3/1) from Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast on Chartable. It is also why I am at a fork in the road now. "I think we've been fighting blindly not knowing what our federation was capable of in terms of support, and then we were all witnesses to what our men's team received," said longtime captain Christine Sinclair. A gentleman is retiring at a local firm and I am going to be one of the people who is picked to fill in. Aulas (representing women's soccer for the FFF), Keller, and Diallo, as well as Aline Riera, and Laure Georges, will study the case as the designated group before making a decision. "MSU Athletics has been blessed to have Coach Chris Reay for all his contributions and for his role as a player and then a coach here at Midwestern State," MSU Director of Athletics Kyle Williams said. When you think about it, that is the most prestigious award an athlete can win in our conference, because it takes into effect the three areas that I really emphasize, which are community, athletics and academics. Lindsay Whalen, considered the greatest player in Minnesota women's basketball history, resigned as coach on Thursday after a third straight losing season. Team owner Merritt Paulson announced Thursday he is putting the Thorns up for sale, a move that came in the wake of an investigation commissioned by U.S. Soccer into abuse and misconduct in womens soccer. Outcry over the allegations rocked the league and forced this weekend's games to be called off. Houston women's soccer coach Susan Quill resigned from her post on Wednesday to accept the head coaching position at Kinkaid, a local private school. Noel Le Graet is no longer French Soccer Federation (FFF) president after he announced his resignation at Tuesday's executive committee meeting. The federation said it was in search of an investigator experienced in high-profile workplace misconduct allegations to lead the probe. Since Jun. UAlbany women's soccer coach Leigh Howard announced her resignation after two seasons, the school announced Thursday. U.S. Soccer suspended Riley's coaching license Thursday after The Athletic published claims of abuse made by former NWSL players Sinead Farrelly and Mana Shim. During the Fall 2021 campaign, Holy Cross posted a 1-15-1 overall record. Another reported incident describes Riley coercing Farrelly and teammate Mana Shim back to his apartment and pressuring the two to kiss each other. Change is something I have always embraced in my life, and for me and my family this is the right moment.. ALLENDALE, Mich. Grand Valley State head women's soccer coach, Jim Conlon, has announced his resignation from the position, effective at the end of the academic year. The women also alleged that when they each raised concerns about the thoroughness of the Thorns' investigation years later to the League over email, Baird did not initiate any new investigations. Farrelly described being under Rileys control, saying, I felt claimed. On Thursday, The Athletic published an article in which Sinead Farrelly, who played for Riley on multiple teams, claimed he coerced her into having sex with him. The NWSL, which comprises 10 teams, had five matches scheduled on Friday and Saturday. FIFA, the international governing body for soccer, announced an investigation as did US Soccer, the latter retaining former acting Attorney General Sally Yates of King & Spalding LLP to lead the probe into allegations of abusive behavior and sexual misconduct. We must keep highlighting these processes.. Rory Dames resignation was announced in a press release dated Sunday from the Red Stars, which lost Saturday 2-1 to the Washington Spirit. The team doesnt have a timeline for finding a buyer. In addition, the CEO and managing partner of the Washington Spirit resigned and referenced a recent request by the players, who cited concerns over workplace environment, as part of the reason for stepping down. Noel Le Graet is no longer French Soccer Federation (FFF) president after he announced his resignation at Tuesday's executive committee meeting. Mark Krikorian has served as the Florida State women's soccer head coach since 2005. U.S. Soccer also announced an independent investigation on Friday. Zoe Christen Jones contributed reporting. The former French supremo lost any remaining credibility and respect when he went on a staggering rant when asked about Zidane as a possible alternative to Deschamps after the deal was announced. For 11 years, I have dedicated myself to help build the Chicago Red Stars into one of the top international clubs, Dames said in the teams press release. NEWARK Scott Grzenda, the only womens soccer coach the University of Delaware has ever had, has resigned, UD announced Wednesday afternoon. The Athletic reported that it interviewed over a dozen players who played under Riley since 2010 and others who are involved with womens soccer. 2:39. I am excited to be staying in the Whitewater community and be able to continue to support Warhawk athletics. Wilkinsons resignation comes during a turbulent time for the team and the NWSL. Effective today, Im refocusing my attention to my family and future endeavors, and I am resigning as coach of the Chicago Red Stars.. The Post reported one of the players who complained about Dames was Christen Press, a member of the US Womens National Team and a former Red Stars player. The Yates report detailed how the Thorns mishandled complaints about Riley when he coached the team in 2014-15. Gotham FC general manager Alyse LaHue was fired in July after an investigation connected to the league's antiharassment policy. Members of the French team celebrate after scoring the first goal during the Tournoi de France women's friendly football match between France and Denmark on Feb. 15, 2023. The 81-year-old was partially retired by his peers earlier this year after a bizarre show of disrespect towards national treasure Zinedine Zidane. "We thank Sean Riley was fired by the North Carolina Courage on Thursday after an investigative report by The Athletic that cites players on the record alleging that for years, Riley used his influence and power to sexually harass players and in one incident, coerce a player into having sex with him. Rory Dames resignation was announced in a press release dated Sunday from the Red Stars, which lost Saturday 2-1 to the Washington Spirit. The team announced soon after that Riley's contract would not be renewed, but did not cite a specific reason, The Athletic reported. Florida State womens soccer coach Mark Krikorian resigns March 30, 2022 No comment (s) Featured, High School / College Soccer, New college soccer, Florida State Seminoles, Florida State University, Mark Krikorian, women's college soccer By Official Florida FC "I think everybody knows what's happened with USA Gymnastics that has gone on, and this is something that has been happening in women's sports over and over and over again for years and years and years. By: Athletic Communications. Pratt Community College Sports Desk. "It is OK to take space to process, to feel and to take care of yourself," the union said. She was hired in May 2014 and piloted the team to its 2015 Women's World Cup victory. Richard Owens Resigns As Head Women's Soccer Coach BUCKHANNON, W.Va. Richard Owens has resigned as Head Coach of the West Virginia Wesleyan Neither Bontis nor Le Graet, however, are leaving the game. While the clashes could cast a cloud over the women's global showcase, which begins on July 20 in New Zealand and Australia, players have vowed their fights are far from over, and some say the recent resignations should be just the tip of widespread changes. He has built great relationships over the years and he wants someone who is going to keep building those relationships and cultivate some new opportunities and new clients. The Athletic asked Riley to comment on his alleged misconduct, to which he replied the former players claims were completely untrue. According to The Athletic, Riley told them in an email, I have never had sex with, or made sexual advances towards these players.. With the evolving landscape of college sports, he thinks the program would benefit from a fresh perspective and is looking forward to a new challenge and being able to focus on spending time with his family. He was coach of the year in 2017 and 2018. In a statement to The Athletic, Riley called the allegations "completely untrue." "In fact, it's more than OK, it's a priority. Additionally, FIFA on Friday opened an investigation into the case. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. The league formally dismissed Burke and sanctioned the Spirit on Tuesday after an independent investigation. 2023 West Virginia Wesleyan College Athletics, Women's Soccer Season Wraps Up at Davis & Elkins, Four Second Half Goals Propel Bobcats to Victory Over Wheeling, Women's Soccer Preview: Wheeling & Davis & Elkins, Bobcats Pick Up a Gutsy Win at West Liberty, Wesleyan Womens Soccer Drops Match to #18 West Virginia State, Video Platform powered by CBS Sports Digital. The priority this weekend will be for players to take care of themselves, the statement said. The commissioner of the National Womens Soccer League has resigned and the league has called off all matches scheduled for this weekend following a report by The Athletic detailing allegations of sexual coercion and misconduct against Paul Riley, who coached three NWSL franchises over eight seasons. United States womens coach Vlatko Andonovski earned 27% as much as mens coach Berhalter in the year ending last March 31, down slightly from 28% in the previous year. In an email to the League, Farrelly alleged that Riley had committed "numerous instances of severe misconduct" prior to the formation of the League and said she experienced "extremely inappropriate conduct" from him firsthand. Head womens soccer coach Ryan Quamme joined the Warhawk soccer program as an assistant in 2008 and took over the head coaching position for the women in 2011. Those that won that scholar athlete award for womens soccer really made it worth my while here. The FFF also regrets the lack of a real procedure and the failure to take into account the many observations made by the FFF on subjects concerning governance and the fight against sexism as well as sexual violence. The next scheduled matches are Wednesday, where there are three matches on the slate, including the North Carolina Courage playing at home. All rights reserved. Q: What obstacles have you faced and how have you overcome them? A: Whitewater and Warhawk Athletics has been an amazing support for me and my family in the last 14 years. We also recognize, however, that mental health struggles are real, the statement said. "I am so sorry for the pain so many are feeling. The FFF would like to salute the remarkable sporting and economic results of Noel Le Graet. FIFA, the sports international governing body, also announced it is launching an investigation. Failure to address these issues cost director general Florence Hardouin her job for her role in the scandals before this week's meeting as well as Parisian regional league chief Jamel Sandjak. Severe Weather Economic results also enabled the doubling of aid to amateur soccer to reach an historic record of $110 million this season. Riley was head coach of the Thorns in 2014 and 2015. Baird became commissioner of the NWSL in February, 2020, after serving as chief marketing officer of the United States Olympic Committee. A: I got my start right out of high school. December 28, 2022. in Sports. That is true across every age, competition and ability level," U.S. Soccer President Cindy Cone said in a statement. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Paulson stepped down from a decision-making role with the team in October and two Thorns executives were fired. According to the Post, Press said she told then-US Soccer president Sunil Gulati her concerns about Dames in 2014, and she filed a formal complaint to US Soccer about Dames in 2018. That word honestly describes it perfectly for me, because I have this feeling that he went around and he looked at his prospects, and he zeroed in on me. OL Reign coach Farid Benstiti abruptly resigned in July. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Mark Krikorians resignation as the Florida State University womens soccer Comments may be monitored for appropriateness and viewer safety. Shim described a time when Riley invited her to a game footage session in his hotel room and greeted her wearing only underwear. "We thank Tony for his time at Illinois Wesleyan," Wagner said. French talent development is now considered amongst the best in the world. Lisa Baird, seen in 2017 when she worked for the U.S. Olympic Committee, is out as National Women's Soccer League commissioner. National Womens Soccer League Commissioner Lisa Baird resigned after some 19 months on the job amid allegations that a former coach engaged in sexual harassment and misconduct. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: soccer | pageType: stories | She was praised for brining new sponsors to the NWSL and increasing the league's visibility on the national stage. The Royal Purple encourages readers to voice their opinions via the online comments section. Story Links MARIETTA, Ohio Marietta College Director of Athletics Larry Hiser announced Tuesday (Nov. 29) afternoon that Head Women's Soccer Coach Sean Kaighin has resigned and his assistant coach, Taylor Floyd, has been named interim coach while a national search for Kaighin's replacement is conducted. And we've never felt safe enough to talk about it, and if we ever felt brave enough to talk about it, then it would just get swept under the rug, or we were told that we were in the wrong and I think we're at a point now where we're just done.". Nick Bontis has announced his resignation as Canada Soccer president amid a continuing battle with the womens national team. Forward Janine Beckie, who was in Qatar for last year's men's World Cup as part of Canada's broadcast crew, saw the "disgusting" discrepancy between the two programs. That, as players, will be our focus this weekend.".