Category Archives: Sexual assault

Court Jester: Sandusky Shower

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Some great humor making the rounds Sandusky Shower

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Disturbing revelations about PA governor funding Second Mile

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

News just keeps pouring out about the connections of Second Mile to all types of celebrities, former athletes and now politicians. This Sports by Brooks article shows that PA governor Tom Corbett provided a grant of approximately $3 million for … finish reading Disturbing revelations about PA governor funding Second Mile

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Questions mounting about McQueary account of incident

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

You would hate to be a prosecutor in a case where your alleged star witness starts changing his story, adding facts which were never previously disclosed or firing off emails trying to defend himself. Yet that is where we are … finish reading Questions mounting about McQueary account of incident

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SI Cover Jinx will not apply to PSU

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

How could it?  How could things get any worse for PSU?  What else could they possibly screw up? SI has an extensive Special Report in the upcoming issue that will examine many aspects of the PSU drama.  Entitled:  Scandal. Shame.  … finish reading SI Cover Jinx will not apply to PSU

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Internet posting leads to McQueary and other evidence

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In today’s world, the internet can be the police’s best friend because no other medium has the permanency and casualness. People rarely pay a lot of attention to what they write, but their words remain posted and are essentially archived … finish reading Internet posting leads to McQueary and other evidence

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Lawyers say loophole could protect Paterno on civil suits

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Lots of varying opinions on how much liability PSU should have, but one of the main issues is whether there are defenses (or smoke screens) that the school and its administration could use.  An interesting look here at the level … finish reading Lawyers say loophole could protect Paterno on civil suits

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PSU police deny McQueary reported crime

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Despite his emails and protests that he had indeed reported the alleged incident he witnessed to the police. Mike McQueary’s story came into further question today amidst statements that he had not done so.

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New Judge assigned to Sandusky case

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

With everything going on at PSU it seems like a textbook case for “How to do EVERYTHING wrong.” But at least now we apparently will have a judge with no ties to Sandusky, PSU or Second Mile.

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Guest Post: Wisconsin Att. Gen J.B. Van Hollen: Penn State scandal is call to action

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Penn state scandal is a call to action For Immediate Release                                                              For More Information Contact: November 14, 2011                                                                   Dana Brueck 608/266-1221 MADISON — The Penn State child sexual assault scandal has put the issue of child abuse exactly where … finish reading Guest Post: Wisconsin Att. Gen J.B. Van Hollen: Penn State scandal is call to action

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Guest column: Joe Paterno and the Moral Duty Required of Coaches

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In the last week, the events at Penn State involving their football program and legendary coach Joe Paterno have taken over the news world. With such a big story connected to sports, coaching, leadership, morals, etc, The Positive Coaching Alliance … finish reading Guest column: Joe Paterno and the Moral Duty Required of Coaches

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Costas’ take on Sandusky interview

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Bob Costas did a terrific job and remained poised and calm even in the face of some of the questionable responses he received from Jerry Sandusky. Here Costas takes a look back with Dan Patrick and discusses elements which were … finish reading Costas’ take on Sandusky interview

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Could another sex abuse scandal be brewing at the Citadel

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Roy Kessel

We are all outraged and upset with Penn State, and rightfully so.  But the reality is that it is likely that this is going on in other places too. Here is a story about the situation at the Citadel. The … finish reading Could another sex abuse scandal be brewing at the Citadel

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Munson: Victims likely to sue

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Lester Munson is one of the rare media people who is able to translate the complexities of the legal process and break it down to a manageable format. Here he looks at the likelihood that the victims will sue PSU … finish reading Munson: Victims likely to sue

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Where does the Penn State saga leave us

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Roy Kessel

What a wild week at Penn State Where does the school go from here?  How do they play a football game on Saturday What is the best way to proceed. The opinions vary widely and many questions remain: Here’s how … finish reading Where does the Penn State saga leave us

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Cook appears in court and will be allowed to travel with Vikings

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Roy Kessel

While a Judge ruled that Chris Cook will be allowed to travel with the Vikings while awaiting further court proceedings, the team seems to be taking a different stance as it leaves him on the suspended list. A judge ruled … finish reading Cook appears in court and will be allowed to travel with Vikings

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Judge bars Perrish Cox video statement; allows written summary

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Roy Kessel

A judge ruled that a videotaped statement by former Broncos cornerback Perrish Cox made in a holding cell can’t be used at his upcoming sexual assault trial, but a written summary of his statements will be allowed according to an … finish reading Judge bars Perrish Cox video statement; allows written summary

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Longhorn football official fired for harassment

Posted on September 16, 2011 by Mauri Miller

ESPN show “Outside The Lines” reports that the associate athletics director for football operations at the University of Texas was dismissed from the school for repeated unwanted sexual advances towards a female administrative assistant. The university dismissed Cleve Bryant after … finish reading Longhorn football official fired for harassment

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Bears surprised by rape incident Brandon Meriweather’s home

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Mauri Miller

The Bears were surprised to learn that a guest of Brandon Meriweather was charged with raping a girl at Meriweather’s Foxboro, Mass. home. The incident occurred when Meriweather was still a member of the New England Patriots. The Bears were … finish reading Bears surprised by rape incident Brandon Meriweather’s home

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Perrish Cox shows legal problems impact NFL careers

Posted on September 3, 2011 by Roy Kessel

While the Denver Broncos are trying to claim that the reason that CB Perrish Cox was released was his on field performance, you have to question that statement. If a player was able to come in and play 9 games … finish reading Perrish Cox shows legal problems impact NFL careers

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Bronco’s Cox given time to prepare for sexual assault case

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Roy Kessel

A judge has granted Broncos CB Perrish Cox more time to review the statement he previously gave to police while they were investigating sexual assault allegations against him. Cox faces one count of sexual assault against a victim who was physically … finish reading Bronco’s Cox given time to prepare for sexual assault case

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