Overview
- William Spencer, 57, of Washington County, faces two counts each of theft, receiving stolen property and misapplication of entrusted property, with a preliminary hearing set for March 11.
- The Attorney General alleges that between Jan. 4, 2020, and Feb. 18, 2025, Spencer wrote 187 checks to himself from league accounts totaling about $230,000.
- Investigators say most checks were deposited into his personal account, others were cashed or routed through additional institutions including a joint account with his wife, and the money covered credit cards, retirement contributions, restaurants and retail purchases.
- The inquiry began in early 2024 after league officials flagged irregularities, leading to a forensic review; Spencer directed the league from 2013 until his March 2025 resignation.
- Spencer appeared for a preliminary arraignment, and his attorney says he has cooperated, is embarrassed and is working to gather funds for partial restitution; the league comprises 44 youth organizations across seven counties.