Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the School Sports Equity topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Cheyenne Cornelius urges Troy City School District to address girls’ playing-time concerns
Summary
At a Troy City School District board meeting, parent Cheyenne Cornelius said her daughters at Troy High School are regularly denied playing time, accused coaches of favoring "star players," and said prior staff complaints produced no change. She called on the district to act.
Cheyenne Cornelius, a public commenter and parent of two Troy High School students, told the Troy City School District board that her daughters have been denied playing time and that coaches favor star players.
"I have 2 daughters who attend Troy High School, and they participate in several sports programs," Cornelius said. She described repeated situations in which athletes who asked why they were benched "get no play time," and said she has raised the issue with school staff "and nothing has changed." She concluded her remarks by urging change: "Change must be made."
Cornelius said the opportunity to participate on teams should build students' character, leadership and communication skills rather than "breaking them down," and she asked the board to ensure coaching practices emphasize inclusivity and development for all athletes.
The board did not announce a formal response during Cornelius's comment period; the meeting proceeded to a presentation from an external auditor. The transcript does not record any immediate follow-up action or a named board member committing to investigate the complaint.
