Multiple football coaches, players charged over alleged hazing at high school
Summary
Four former football coaches and six players at Cheltenham High School in Pennsylvania face criminal charges for assaulting a 15-year-old teammate during two pre-season practices in 2025. The football team’s season was canceled after an investigation revealed the assaults and coaches did not report the incidents despite being told by the victim.Key Facts
- The victim was a sophomore assaulted after two football practices in August and September 2025.
- Players restrained the victim and poked him with a broomstick; one incident was recorded on a cellphone video.
- The second incident involved players kicking and stomping the victim, including blows to the head and groin.
- The victim reported the attack to coach Ralph Burnley, who then messaged other coaches; they allegedly tried to keep the victim from telling his parents.
- No coaches were present in the locker room during the assaults.
- Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele called the assaults crimes, not just horseplay.
- Many witnesses hesitated to speak during the investigation, which delayed the case.
- The school district canceled the football season and expressed concern for the victim’s well-being.
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