Sherone Moore, the former head coach of the Wolverines, is reportedly seeking help from a mental health professional as she faces charges for allegedly threatening a Michigan employee following her dismissal from the football program.
On Thursday, Ryan Ermanni of WJBL-TV hosted University of Michigan historian and sports journalist John U. Bacon, who shared insights into the situation surrounding the fired coach.
Bacon disclosed that Moore was terminated for cause on Wednesday after a female colleague from the football program presented evidence of an inappropriate relationship with her.
The situation escalated when, just hours after her firing, Moore allegedly appeared at the home of a woman in Pittsfield Township, Michigan, leading to her arrest after reportedly making threats.
Bacon mentioned that Moore, who is married with three daughters, has been receiving support from mental health professionals since the incident and is getting counseling regarding her actions.
According to Bacon, an investigation had been underway involving employees at the University of Michigan football building. “However, that narrative shifted yesterday morning when she approached the administration with documentation,” Bacon explained. Text messages, emails, and other records provided more context about their relationship and ensuing conflict, ultimately resulting in Moore’s termination after a decisive meeting with Ward Manuel, who fired her personally.
Things took a darker turn shortly thereafter.
Bacon detailed, “Moore ended up in protective custody after allegedly breaking into an employee’s home in Pittsfield Township, where she brandished a knife and threatened to harm both the woman and herself.”
He added that because both Moore and the woman denied the allegations at first, the school was initially unable to proceed with her termination until the story changed and was substantiated with proof.
“Sherone Moore is out of a job. It’s unlikely she will ever coach again,” Bacon remarked.
He also indicated that prosecutors are expected to formally charge Moore soon.
