News Summary
Central Catholic High School has expelled two students following serious allegations of hazing and assault highlighted by a former student-athlete’s father. The expulsions arise from a troubling investigation into bullying within the soccer team, which has led to additional undisclosed disciplinary actions for other students. The school is also facing scrutiny from the San Antonio Police Department as they examine the culture surrounding the soccer program. The victim’s family seeks accountability without pursuing financial compensation, advocating for preventive measures against future incidents.
San Antonio – Central Catholic High School has expelled two students after an investigation into allegations of hazing and assault made by a former student-athlete. The announcement of these expulsions and related disciplinary actions was made on June 4, 2025.
The investigation followed claims made by the father of the victim during a televised interview on May 29, wherein he detailed a troubling pattern of bullying and mistreatment purportedly carried out by the victim’s soccer teammates over several months. According to the report, the expelled students include a senior who will not graduate due to the allegations and a lower-grade student who is now ineligible for re-admittance to the school. Additionally, three other students face undisclosed disciplinary actions as part of the ongoing inquiry.
The father of the victim described a series of serious incidents, including one where his son was allegedly thrown into a locker and subjected to inappropriate touching by teammates. The family’s attorney, Jesse Guerra, reported that the hazing began in January and involved sexual misconduct. He noted that there was an alarming incident in which the victim awoke to find a teammate’s genitalia on his face during a hotel stay for an away game. Furthermore, Guerra stated that another teammate threatened the victim by inserting a hand into his pants and warning of retaliation if he chose to report the behavior. The injuries were compounded when the victim’s younger brother reportedly witnessed the chastisement, including an instance where the victim was locked in a cage by other players.
Central Catholic High School has responded by announcing that they are examining the allegations seriously and reinforcing their position against bullying and hazing, declaring that such actions are not tolerated in any form within their community. The school emphasized that the Board of Directors remains committed to upholding the institution’s educational mission and creating a safe environment for all students.
In addition to the school’s internal investigation, the San Antonio Police Department has initiated a separate inquiry into the reported incidents of indecency related to the allegations. This multifaceted investigation aims not only to address the specific incidents outlined in the report but also to foster a broader understanding of the culture surrounding the soccer program in question.
In light of the serious nature of the allegations, Guerra has called for the suspension of the school’s soccer program for the next two seasons. This step, he argues, is essential to prevent any further incidents of bullying and hazing, ensuring that students can engage in sports without fear of similar mistreatment.
The victim’s family has made it clear that they are not seeking financial compensation. Instead, their focus is on holding school officials accountable for their roles, specifically regarding claims that they overlooked the hazing. The goal is to instate measures that would protect students from future harm and foster an environment where accountability and respect is prioritized.
This incident at Central Catholic High School highlights the critical importance of addressing hazing and bullying within school sports programs, as well as the need for effective responses from educational institutions when such serious allegations are brought to light. The investigations and the ensuing actions taken by the school and local authorities may lead to significant changes in policies and practices, ensuring a safer environment for the student community.
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Additional Resources
- KSAT: 2 Students Expelled from Central Catholic Following Sexual Misconduct Investigation
- Wikipedia: Hazing
- News 4 San Antonio: Central Catholic Expels Two Students Amid Sexual Misconduct Investigation
- Google Search: Hazing in Schools
- San Antonio Express-News: Sexual Hazing at Central Catholic
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Bullying
- CBS News: Texas Catholic School Students Allege Hazing, Sexual Assault
- Google News: Bullying in Schools
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