Michigan State Fires Head Coach Mel Tucker amid Sexual Harassment Allegations; New Interim Coach Chosen
Key points:
- Michigan State fires head coach Mel Tucker following sexual harassment allegations
- Interim replacement named and former head coach Mark Dantonio to return in some capacity
- Michigan State is 2-0 this season and will host Washington next
Michigan State has made a decision on head coach Mel Tucker after allegations of sexual harassment emerged. The school has reportedly fired Tucker, who has been under investigation for much of 2023. Tucker allegedly sexually harassed activist Brenda Tracy through phone calls and gifts, although he claimed it was consensual. Tucker’s termination will be officially announced in a news conference. In the meantime, secondary coach Harlon Bennett will serve as the interim head coach, with former head coach Mark Dantonio returning in an undefined role. Despite the controversy, Michigan State is currently 2-0 this season.
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