Lawsuit filed against Houston Christian University track coach says he was 'fond of young girls'

Christian University, formerly Houston Baptist, is faced with a court case after a case was filed against the university and its former track coach for his alleged sexual misconduct.

In the opening of the court document, it says, "HCU paid, promoted and harbored a sexual predator for years." The document further states, "Figueroa-- already married to a former HCU student--was particularly fond of young girls. He preyed upon them when they were most vulnerable. Some had difficult childhoods and looked to sports as a way up. He took advantage of that, and of them.

"Jane Doe" is the one who filed the lawsuit against Figueroa and says she was groomed by him for years for sex. According to Doe, after receiving small gifts and extra attention during freshmen year while she was young and vulnerable, Figueroa's conduct grew reckless and blatant.Figueroa reportedly would offer her alcohol after track events and insisted on private meetings as a way to get close and intimate with Doe.

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