Coach called former Sheffield United footballer Maddy Cusack a 'psycho', inquest told
Summary
Maddy Cusack, a former Sheffield United football player, was found dead at her home in September 2023. An inquest revealed that her coach, Jonathan Morgan, made negative comments about her weight and relationship, and his treatment caused her stress and anxiety before her death.Key Facts
- Maddy Cusack was 27 years old and played for Sheffield United women's football team.
- She was found unconscious by her father on September 20, 2023, and died the same day.
- Coach Jonathan Morgan called her a "psycho" during a game and made comments about her weight and relationship.
- Her teammate and girlfriend, Grace Riglar, said Cusack felt stressed and uncomfortable because of Morgan’s behavior.
- Morgan required players to disclose any relationships within the team and called Riglar “Mrs Cusack,” which made Cusack uncomfortable.
- Cusack changed her eating and exercise habits after Morgan’s remarks, despite being one of the fittest players.
- She was prescribed anti-anxiety medication and had a doctor’s note for time off from football and her marketing job.
- Before her death, Cusack wanted to leave football, was looking for other jobs, and considered moving to Dubai to become a flight attendant.
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