after a university investigation found evidence that he had “engaged in bullying and abusive behavior,” “made an inappropriate comment regarding a female staff member and spoke negatively about his staff to other staff members.” “The prejudicial and biased attitude of the former head coach that also included the mismanagement of the players and staff ultimately led to Foster’s firing, something that should have been done months ago,” said Christopher J. Esbrook, attorney for the Plaintiffs.
“The Athletic Department, as well as those overseeing that department, failed in every way. These men tried to do the right thing, and Northwestern let down the entire team and community in its negligent handling of the matter.”following a hazing investigation. Northwestern baseball head coach Jim Foster throws the ceremonial first pitch of the game between the Chicago Cubs and the Colorado Rockies in 2022.The university has faced several lawsuits since the hazing scandal with the football program became headline news.