Inquest examines last contact between coach and Maddy Cusack
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 2:35 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Jonathan Morgan, the coach of late Sheffield United player Maddy Cusack, testified at her inquest on July 7, 2026. He recounted their last conversation on September 11, 2023, during which they discussed her health and medication after she indicated she needed time off. The inquest heard that concerns were raised about Cusack's well-being prior to her death, with her family having sent a complaint to Sheffield United after her passing. They also referenced her anxiety regarding Morgan's coaching methods and relationship with her. The inquest remains ongoing as further testimonies are expected.
- •Maddy Cusack was found unconscious and pronounced dead on September 20, 2023.
- •Jonathan Morgan expressed concerns about Cusack's health prior to her death.
- •Morgan described Cusack's last call as a positive step forward regarding her return to football.
- •Her family submitted a complaint to the club after her death regarding coaching concerns.
- •The inquest continues with additional testimonies scheduled.
- 2:35 PMYahoo Sports — Coach tells inquest of last contact with Maddy Cusack
- 2:34 PMBBC Football — Coach tells inquest of last contact with Maddy Cusack
"Jonathan Morgan, Maddy Cusack's coach at Sheffield United, gave evidence earlier on Tuesday.
"Jonathan Morgan, Maddy Cusack's coach at Sheffield United, gave evidence earlier on Tuesday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 7, 2026, 2:35 PMCoach tells inquest of last contact with Maddy Cusack
Jonathan Morgan, Maddy Cusack's coach at Sheffield United, gave evidence earlier on Tuesday.
- BBC FootballJul 7, 2026, 2:34 PMCoach tells inquest of last contact with Maddy Cusack
Jonathan Morgan, Maddy Cusack's coach at Sheffield United, gave evidence earlier on Tuesday.
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