Syracuse coach Quentin Hillsman resigns amid investigation into allegations of inappropriate behavior

[ad_1]

Syracuse women’s basketball coach Quentin Hillsman resigned Monday amid an investigation into her coaching practices and allegations of improper conduct.

How the NCAA’s Name, Image, and Likeness Politics Is Changing the College Landscape

Click to enlarge

NEXT

Syracuse athletic director John Wildhack said in a statement that Hillsman and the university have agreed to go their separate ways in the best interests of the university, the program and our student-athletes. The statement also said the investigation is continuing and the team’s interim leadership will be announced in the coming days.

© Steven Branscombe, Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Spor Syracuse Orange head coach Quentin Hillsman, pictured here in 2016, has resigned amid ongoing investigations into allegations of inappropriate behavior by former players and the staff.

Former players and staff shared in June that Hillsman exhibited inappropriate behavior, including verbal threats and bullying against players and unwanted physical contact.

From NFL games to college sports scores, all the sports news you need to know every day.

While there were concerns about the state of Syracuse’s women’s basketball program when nearly 80% of the 2020-21 roster entered the transfer portal, the university did not announce any investigation until. ‘what The Athletic wrote about the allegations against Hillsman.

When the college transfer portal opened in late March, Syracuse women’s basketball saw 11 players enter, choosing to watch other schools instead of continuing to play for Hillsman. Among those players were Kiara Lewis, Emily Engstler and Kamilla Cardoso.

Lewis was previously transferred from Ohio State and led the Orange in the scoring charts last season. She was voted the best backyard player in Syracuse when Tiana Mangakahi was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2019.

Engstler and Cardoso both have had breakout seasons. Engstler was preparing to become a leader of the team, as she would have been the only senior among the freshmen and sophomores. Cardoso was named ACC Rookie of the Year and the highest rated rookie in program history.

None of these players have publicly mentioned the reasons for their departure. Mangakahia took to his coach’s defense on Twitter, saying former teammates accused others of things to make them look bad.

It’s sad when you don’t get what you want (minutes / contracts after college) you accuse others of things to make them look bad. If only I had exposed some of my teammates for the way they treated me once I was diagnosed with cancer.

Tiana Mangakahia (@Tianamanga) June 29, 2021

This isn’t the first time Hillsman has been accused of inappropriate behavior by a former Syracuse player. In 2011, Lynnae Lampkins accused him of touching her inappropriately and texting her, and her father filed a Title IX lawsuit against the university for failing to act when Lampkins took action. reported the incident in 2010. In this case, an independent lawyer investigated his charges and found no evidence. harassment.

Contact Alyssa Hertel at [email protected] or on Twitter @AlyssaHertel.

Stanford Cardinal players celebrate with the Championship trophy after winning the national title.

Stanford goalie Haley Jones poses for a photo following the Cardinal’s victory over Arizona in the National Championship game.

Stanford head coach Tara VanDerveer cut the net after the Cardinal beat Arizona in the national championship game.

Stanford goalie Kiana Williams poses for a photo with the championship trophy after the Cardinal defeats Arizona for the title.

Stanford guard Haley Jones celebrates after the Cardinal won the national championship.

Stanford goalie Haley Jones celebrates after the Cardinal wins the National Women’s Championship.

Stanford Cardinal players celebrate after winning the national championship.

Stanford Cardinal players celebrate after winning the national championship.

Stanford Cardinal players greet fans after winning the national championship.

Stanford Cardinal players celebrate after winning the national championship.

Stanford Guards Cardinal Kiana Williams and Haley Jones celebrate victory

The Stanford Cardinal celebrates after winning the national championship.

The Stanford Cardinal celebrates after winning the national championship.

The Stanford Cardinal celebrates after winning the national championship.

The Stanford Cardinal celebrates after winning the national championship.

The Stanford Cardinal celebrates after winning the National Women’s Championship.

Stanford goalie Lexie Hull catches the ball past Arizona goalie Aari McDonald in the second half.

Stanford goalkeeper Anna Wilson reacts on the pitch after being shaken in the second half.

Stanford goalie Lexie Hull is taken off the field in the second half.

Stanford forward Alyssa Jerome passes the ball past Arizona goaltender Shaina Pellington in the second half.

Stanford forward Cameron Brink fights for the ball with Arizona forward Cate Reese in the second half.

Arizona goalkeeper Aari McDonald fights for the ball with Stanfordguard Lexie Hull in the second half.

Arizona = Head Coach Adia Barnes speaks with forward Cate Reese in the first half.

Stanford forward Ashten Prechtel shoots the ball over Arizona forward Cate Reese during the first half.

Arizona forward Cate Reese fights for the ball with Stanford guard Haley Jones in the first half.

Stanford goalkeeper Haley Jones reacts after scoring in the first half.

Stanford goalie Lexie Hull dribbles the ball as Arizona forward Trinity Baptiste defends in the first half.

Stanford forward Francesca Belibi shoots the ball as Arizona forward Lauren Ware defends in the first half.

Stanford forward Ashten Prechtel shoots during the first half.

Arizona forward Cate Reese shoots in the first half.

The Arizona Wildcats snuggle up on the field before the game.

Stanford goalie Haley Jones waves to a teammate during the players’ presentation.

32/32 SLIDES

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Syracuse Coach Quentin Hillsman Resigns Amid Investigation into Allegations of Inappropriate Behavior

Continue Reading View full articles without a “Continue Reading” button for {0} hours.

[ad_2]