Latest News About Duke Lacrosse

Updated 2026-05-18 03:05

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Duke Lacrosse Incident

Duke later modified the status of the two players to “administrative leave” and, soon after it became clear in court that Nifong’s statements were not credible, invited them to return in good standing, months before Cooper’s decision. In addition, in an effort to create a fresh start for the program, Duke replaced Coach Mike Pressler with an interim coach and, subsequently, with John Danowski, who previously coached the lacrosse team at Hofstra University.

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Duke Lacrosse: FAQ

Duke forfeited two games in response to acknowledged inappropriate behaviors by lacrosse team members. Subsequently, with the Durham district attorney saying he was investigating 46 players for possible involvement in a gang rape, President Brodhead decided it was inappropriate for Duke to keep playing lacrosse. "Sports have their time and place, but when an issue of this gravity is in question, it is not the time to be playing games," Brodhead said. … On April 5, he accepted the resignation...

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A campus and community in turmoil

Allegations of sexual assault involving the Duke University lacrosse team have roiled the campus in a storm of controversy and scandal.

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