A former Nebraska women’s basketball coach, Chuck Love, admitted to having a sexual relationship with Ashley Scoggin, a player on his team, during a deposition on February 5, 2026. This revelation has led to a civil lawsuit filed by Scoggin in 2024 against both Love and university officials, alleging serious misconduct including grooming and violations of her civil rights.
In February 2022, Ashley Scoggin faced dismissal from the Nebraska Cornhuskers after being discovered in Love’s hotel room. The university justified her removal by asserting that it stemmed from dishonesty and a lack of trust among teammates. Following her dismissal, Scoggin transferred to UNLV, seeking a fresh start away from the controversies surrounding her time at Nebraska.
Documents related to the case reveal that Scoggin’s lawsuit claims she was groomed by Love, who allegedly took a special interest in her—an interest that escalated into a sexual relationship. According to court documents, she expressed fears of retaliation should she refuse his advances. This aspect of the case raises significant questions about the power dynamics inherent in college athletics.
The timeline of events is critical in understanding the context of this situation:
- February 2022: Ashley Scoggin is dismissed from the Nebraska team after being found in Chuck Love’s hotel room.
- 2024: Scoggin files a civil lawsuit against Chuck Love and university officials.
- February 5, 2026: Chuck Love admits to the sexual relationship during a deposition.
- Three months later: Love resigns from his position as head coach.
The allegations put forth by Scoggin not only challenge individual accountability but also raise broader implications regarding Title IX protections within college sports. As noted by Maren Chaloupka, “The university’s Board of Regents, head coach Amy Williams, and former athletic director Trev Alberts endorsed [Love’s] denial.” This endorsement complicates the narrative surrounding institutional responsibility for safeguarding student-athletes against sexual harassment.
Scoggin’s lawsuit seeks both compensatory and punitive damages for what she describes as violations of her civil rights. The outcome of this case may set important precedents for how similar allegations are handled within collegiate athletics moving forward. As this legal battle unfolds, it underscores the ongoing challenges faced by athletes who come forward with claims against powerful figures in sports.
