Coach told FA Maddy Cusack was a liar, inquest into her death hears
Summary
Maddy Cusack, a 27-year-old former Sheffield United footballer, was found dead at her home in September 2023. At an inquest, her coach Jonathan Morgan said Cusack was "generally a liar" because she did not tell her family everything about their relationship. The inquest also heard concerns about Morgan’s treatment of Cusack and changes in her health and mood before her death.Key Facts
- Maddy Cusack was found unconscious at her family home in Derbyshire on 20 September 2023 and was later pronounced dead.
- Jonathan Morgan coached Cusack at Sheffield United from February 2023 until her death.
- Morgan told the Football Association Cusack omitted details about their relationship when talking to her family.
- Cusack’s mother described Morgan as her daughter’s "nemesis," saying he made negative comments about her weight and personal life.
- Morgan said he never shouted at Cusack and that she had a foot injury when he first took charge, limiting her playing time.
- Morgan made a comment about Cusack being "too muscular, too bottom-heavy" for his football style and adjusted her training accordingly.
- Morgan noticed Cusack’s behavior changed in August 2023, becoming less lively, and he raised concerns about her health with the club doctor.
- A former teammate said Cusack’s death was “definitely preventable” and that Morgan’s behavior affected players negatively.
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