Former Michigan Coach Avoids Prison in Stalking Case

Disgraced former University of Michigan football coach Sherone Moore received a suspended sentence and avoided prison time on Tuesday, following a serious stalking incident involving a former mistress.

The 40-year-old, who has three children and is married to Kelly Moore, stood in court as Judge Cedric Simpson delivered a striking 18-month suspended sentence in Washtenaw County Court.

After the hearing, a visibly downcast Moore embraced his wife, who comforted him by rubbing his back.

Last month, Moore pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor charges for showing up uninvited at the home of Paige Shiver, 32, a former assistant and mistress. He had threatened to take his own life if she chose to end their relationship.

In a brief statement before sentencing, Moore, dressed in a blue suit, expressed gratitude to his wife for “supporting me.”

The judge indicated that, while he felt imprisonment wasn’t warranted, he would not hesitate to impose jail time if Moore breached his probation terms. He emphasized the need to acknowledge Shiver’s experience, stating, “You had no right to do what you did.” He noted how traumatic the situation had been for her, remarking, “I know that she left in fear.”

Simpson further emphasized that Moore “spread [his] pain to her,” questioning how his wife found her strength amidst the turmoil.

Prosecutor Kati Rezmierski did not seek prison time but pointed out that Shiver had been profoundly affected by Moore’s actions on December 10 of last year.

Moore’s attorney, Ellen Michaels, stated her client has accepted responsibility and has been actively seeking mental health treatment, focusing on his family during this time. She requested that he not be sentenced to prison.

Moore faced more serious initial charges related to burglary and stalking, which could have resulted in five years in prison. However, he pleaded guilty to lesser charges of malicious use of telecommunications equipment and trespassing, which carried a maximum combined sentence of seven months.

According to prosecutors, Moore had inundated Shiver with calls and texts and allegedly threatened self-harm while expressing that his life was ruined because of her decisions. This dramatic incident followed Shiver’s decision to report their relationship to the school.

Moore was suspended after just two seasons due to what was deemed an “inappropriate relationship” with a subordinate.

At one point, his wife had to call 911 out of concern for his safety after his firing.

Judge Simpson addressed the plea agreement reached by the prosecution, noting it was appropriate given the investigation into the more serious charges. In her letter to the judge, Shiver requested the harshest possible sentence, yet Simpson concluded that, overall, incarceration wasn’t suitable for the case.

He issued a clear warning to Moore not to contact Shiver or discuss her online, to which Moore responded, “Yes, sir.”

Moore is set to return to court on October 13, 2027, for a review of his probation, with the stipulation that he continues to engage in mental health treatment. He is also required to wear a GPS-tracking ankle monitor during this period.