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Wisconsin Basketball Coach Marisa Moseley Accused of Player Mistreatment

Former player Tessa Towers alleges toxic behavior by Moseley and staff, prompting an investigation by the university.

  • Tessa Towers, a former Wisconsin women's basketball player now at Ball State, accused head coach Marisa Moseley of creating a toxic environment and mistreating her during her time with the team.
  • Towers alleged she was forced to sign a release granting the coach access to her therapy sessions under threat of being removed from the team.
  • Additional claims include being pressured to undergo autism testing, being excluded from team trips, and being coerced into choosing between hospitalization or dismissal from the team.
  • The University of Wisconsin has acknowledged the allegations and announced an investigation, citing federal privacy laws as a limitation in addressing specific claims publicly.
  • Several former Wisconsin players have expressed support for Towers' allegations on social media, while Moseley's coaching record includes a 44-68 record over four seasons with the team.
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