The University has released a new statement on the sexual harassment and abuse allegations against former head coach Clint Myers and former assistant head coach Corey Myers, who has been accused of having inappropriate sexual relationships with student-athletes.
The following statement was sent to The Plainsman Friday night:
“AA/EEO investigated an anonymous report concerning inappropriate activity on the softball team in September 2016, but AA/EEO was unable to confirm it because the individual involved denied the allegations. We understand the reluctance of the student-athlete to initially go on record given the circumstances surrounding the allegation.
In this case, the combination of an anonymous report, the
On March 30, 2017, we became aware of improper text messages between an assistant coach and a student-athlete. The assistant coach left the program the same day.
Throughout this matter, Auburn Athletics and the Title IX office took this seriously and acted promptly. As soon as the facts were known,
Make no mistake – This matter was handled immediately when the facts were obtained. It was handled with the best interest of the students in mind."
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