Cusack's coach calls her a liar during death inquest testimony

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Cusack's coach calls her a liar during death inquest testimony
Summary

An inquest into the death of 27-year-old Maddy Cusack, former Sheffield United midfielder, revealed that her coach Jonathan Morgan labeled her a 'generally a liar' in a statement to the FA. The inquest at Chesterfield Coroner's Court examined comments made by Morgan regarding Cusack's weight and her relationship with both him and teammate Grace Riglar. Morgan denied that his remarks were intended to belittle her, though he acknowledged there was a level of anxiety surrounding Cusack when he first joined the club. The inquest is ongoing as further details about Cusack's mental health and relationship with Morgan continue to emerge.

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  • •Maddy Cusack was found unresponsive on September 20, 2023.
  • •Jonathan Morgan's comments about her were scrutinized during the inquest.
  • •The inquest revealed complaints from Cusack's family regarding her treatment.
  • •Morgan contended that comments were misinterpreted and meant as banter.
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The coach of former Sheffield United player Maddy Cusack called her a liar in an account to the Football Association after her death, an inquest has heard.

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