Former Alabama High School Basketball Coach Indicted on Multiple Charges
A former basketball coach from a girls’ high school in Alabama, regarded as a role model by many, has been indicted for several serious offenses, including deviant sexual intercourse with a student.
Paige Adams, 35, was taken into custody on Tuesday after a grand jury brought forth over 30 charges related to sex crimes. This indictment followed her resignation from Cold Springs High School less than a month prior, when school authorities initiated investigations into her conduct.
The accusations encompass distributing obscene materials to a student, engaging in sexual contact with a student under 19, and participating in sexual activities with a student as a school employee, according to CBS42.
District Attorney Champ Crocker emphasized the weight of the indictment, stating, “This 32-count grand jury indictment speaks for itself.”
Details regarding the age of the student during the incidents remain unclear.
Adams coached the girls’ basketball team for one season, during which she achieved a 23-11 record and led her team to state championships. Her husband, Drew, who recently filed for divorce, also has a coaching role with the men’s team.
Prior to these events, Adams had been praised by school superintendent Shane Barnett, who once called her “a great role model for the youth of Cullman County,” as reported by 1819 News.
Barnett mentioned that this was the first formal complaint against Adams, affirming that an investigation began as soon as concerns arose, leading to her resignation.
It’s worth noting that Adams had previously left Holly Pond High School just one season into her tenure, though the reasons for that departure were not disclosed.
Following her resignation, Adams expressed that the decision was tough and reflected on seeking divine guidance: “I prayed about it a lot, and I felt like God was leading me in a different direction.” She added that sometimes one must prioritize what is best for their family.
The couple has been married for 15 years.
Currently, Adams is out on $225,000 bail but is required to wear an electronic monitoring device as part of the ongoing legal proceedings.
