Inquest reveals Maddy Cusack's concerns over mental health stigma
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 5:13 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
The inquest into Maddy Cusack's death continues in Chesterfield Coroner's Court. The former Sheffield United player expressed fears about stigma and ridicule related to her mental health prior to her passing on September 20, 2023. Her father detailed how coaching dynamics and changes to her contract impacted her wellbeing, stating she felt demotivated and unhappy. Despite being prescribed medication and advised to take time off work, Cusack reportedly feared using her mental health as an excuse would jeopardize her position on the team. The inquest is set to further explore the circumstances surrounding her death and the support she received from Sheffield United.
- •Maddy Cusack died on September 20, 2023, in Derbyshire.
- •Her father cited concerns about her treatment by coach Jonathan Morgan.
- •Cusack felt demotivated after changes to her contract with Sheffield United.
- •She was afraid of being stigmatized for her mental health struggles.
- •An investigation by Sheffield United found no evidence of wrongdoing.
- 7:41 PMThe Guardian Sport — Maddy Cusack’s father tells inquest she was dismayed at Sheffield United manager’s return
- 5:13 PMYahoo Sports — Maddy Cusack's inquest told of mental health fears
"Jonathan Morgan claims he provided player welfare Doctor says Maddy feared mental health stigma The most significant cause of the deterioration of the late Sheffield United footballer Maddy Cusack’s mental health was the behaviour of Jonathan Morgan, the team’s manager at the time, her father, David Cusack, has told an inquest. During a tense exchange with David Cusack, Morgan, who is representing himself at the inquest, accused the player’s father of relying on hearsay to form his opinion of him. Continue reading...
"The Sheffield United player had feared being ridiculed and stigmatised, her inquest hears.
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External links- The Guardian SportJun 29, 2026, 7:41 PMMaddy Cusack’s father tells inquest she was dismayed at Sheffield United manager’s return
Jonathan Morgan claims he provided player welfare Doctor says Maddy feared mental health stigma The most significant cause of the deterioration of the late Sheffield United footballer Maddy Cusack’s mental health was the behaviour of Jonathan Morgan, the team’s manager at the time, her father, David Cusack, has told an inquest. During a tense exchange with David Cusack, Morgan, who is representing himself at the inquest, accused the player’s father of relying on hearsay to form his opinion of him. Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsJun 29, 2026, 5:13 PMMaddy Cusack's inquest told of mental health fears
The Sheffield United player had feared being ridiculed and stigmatised, her inquest hears.
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