Lawsuit against Wisconsin and ex-coach Marisa Moseley is dismissed
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Last updated Oct 8, 2026
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by six former Wisconsin women's basketball players against Marisa Moseley on October 7. The players alleged psychological abuse and failure by the university to protect them. The judge ruled the complaint lacked a plausible claim and cited statute of limitations issues with some claims. The lawsuit followed allegations made by player Tessa Towers concerning treatment during Moseley's tenure. Moseley, who resigned after the 2025 season, was previously head coach at Boston University and served on the UConn staff.
- •Judge James D. Peterson granted dismissal on October 7, 2026.
- •Lawsuit included allegations of psychological abuse by Marisa Moseley.
- •Moseley resigned in March 2025 after four seasons with a 47-75 record.
- •Tessa Towers previously publicized her experiences on social media.
- •Wisconsin hired Robin Pingeton as head coach following Moseley's resignation.
- 2:03 AMYahoo Sports — Former Wisconsin women's basketball coach Marisa Moseley wins dismissal of lawsuit
- 1:52 AMYahoo Sports — Lawsuit by players against Wisconsin and ex-women’s basketball coach is dismissed
"A lawsuit brought against Wisconsin and ex-women's basketball coach Marisa Moseley by six former players was dismissed by a federal judge this week.
"A U.S. District Court judge ruled Oct. 7 ito dismiss a lawsuit filed by six former players against former UW basketball coach Marisa Moseley..
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 8, 2026, 2:03 AMFormer Wisconsin women's basketball coach Marisa Moseley wins dismissal of lawsuit
A U.S. District Court judge ruled Oct. 7 ito dismiss a lawsuit filed by six former players against former UW basketball coach Marisa Moseley..
- Yahoo SportsOct 8, 2026, 1:52 AMLawsuit by players against Wisconsin and ex-women’s basketball coach is dismissed
A lawsuit brought against Wisconsin and ex-women's basketball coach Marisa Moseley by six former players was dismissed by a federal judge this week.
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