San Antonio, October 9, 2025
News Summary
Carlos and Christina Garcia have filed a lawsuit against Central Catholic High School, alleging their 15-year-old son experienced hazing and sexual harassment by soccer team members. The incidents reportedly occurred between January and April, including one where the student was locked in a locker known as ‘the cage.’ The school has since disciplined several students but denies the allegations, seeking to dismiss the suit. The Garcias demand accountability and changes to the school’s policies on bullying and hazing.
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Parents File Lawsuit Alleging Hazing and Sexual Harassment at Central Catholic High School
Carlos and Christina Garcia have filed a lawsuit against Central Catholic High School alleging their 15-year-old son was hazed and sexually harassed by members of the school’s soccer team. The lawsuit claims the incidents took place between January and April and include allegations that the student was locked inside a location referred to by students as “the cage” and was sexually assaulted by a senior. The suit also alleges a separate incident at a soccer tournament in Round Rock where the student was touched and sexually harassed.
Most urgent developments
Following the filing of the lawsuit, the school disciplined five students; one senior was not allowed to graduate and another student was expelled. Central Catholic High School publicly denied the allegations and said it expelled two students promptly after the claims were made. The school has filed motions to dismiss the lawsuit against both the school as an institution and against individual school officials.
Claims and school response
The Garcias say their son reported suicidal thoughts as a result of the alleged bullying and hazing, and that other students threatened him to prevent reporting. One police report mentioned the principal’s son in connection with the incidents. The principal’s wife has publicly denied the allegations involving her son. The Garcias are seeking suspension of the soccer team and accountability from administrators and students they say were involved, and they want the school to adopt zero-tolerance policies for bullying and hazing.
Planned public actions
The Garcias have scheduled a press conference at noon on Wednesday at El Chaparral Mexican Restaurant on N Loop 1604 to discuss the lawsuit and their demands. Earlier in the year, the Garcias filed the lawsuit stating the school failed to protect their son from hazing and bullying.
Supporting details and context
The lawsuit describes multiple alleged incidents linked to the school’s soccer program between January and April. One set of allegations centers on an area students refer to colloquially as “the cage,” which the Garcias describe as the athletic locker room rather than a literal cage. Another alleged incident occurred during an out-of-town soccer tournament in Round Rock. The Garcias say their son was subjected to sexual harassment and physical touching at that event.
The family reports the student received threats intended to silence him and that the emotional toll included expressions of suicidal ideation. In response to the allegations, the school reports having taken disciplinary action against several students and says it acted quickly to remove two students after the claims were made. The school has also moved to have the lawsuit dismissed.
What the Garcias are asking for
- Suspension of the soccer team until a full review can be completed.
- Accountability for administrators and students involved.
- Adoption of zero-tolerance policies for bullying and hazing at the school.
Background
Hazing and bullying allegations in schools often trigger internal investigations, disciplinary actions, and civil litigation. The Garcias’ suit claims the school failed to protect their son from repeated incidents over several months. School officials contest the allegations and have pursued legal dismissal while also taking disciplinary steps they describe as prompt.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Parents | Carlos and Christina Garcia |
| Student | 15-year-old son |
| School | Central Catholic High School |
| Allegations | Hazing and sexual harassment |
| Timeframe | Between January and April |
| Team involved | School’s soccer team |
| Specific locations | “The cage” (colloquial: athletic locker room) and a soccer tournament in Round Rock |
| Discipline reported | Five students disciplined; one senior not allowed to graduate; another expelled |
| School response | Denied allegations; expelled two students promptly; filed motions to dismiss |
| Public action | Press conference at noon on Wednesday at El Chaparral Mexican Restaurant on N Loop 1604 |
Timeline
| Date/Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Between January and April | Alleged hazing and sexual harassment involving the school’s soccer team | Lawsuit filed by the Garcias |
| During tournament (date within January–April) | Alleged incident at soccer tournament in Round Rock where son was touched and sexually harassed | Lawsuit filed by the Garcias |
| Earlier in the year | Garcias filed the lawsuit alleging the school failed to protect their son | Garcias |
| After claims were made | School reports having expelled two students promptly | School statement |
| Following the lawsuit | Five students disciplined; one senior not allowed to graduate; another expelled | School actions reported |
| Noon on Wednesday | Garcias to hold press conference at El Chaparral Mexican Restaurant on N Loop 1604 | Garcias |
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FAQ
Who are the parents involved?
The parents involved are Carlos and Christina Garcia.
What are the Garcias alleging?
The Garcias are alleging their 15-year-old son was hazed and sexually harassed at Central Catholic High School.
When did the alleged incidents occur?
The alleged incidents occurred between January and April.
Where did one of the alleged incidents at a tournament take place?
One alleged incident took place at a soccer tournament in Round Rock.
What is meant by “the cage” in the lawsuit?
The term “the cage” is used colloquially by students to refer to the athletic locker room, not an actual cage.
What disciplinary actions did the school report?
Following the lawsuit, five students were disciplined by the school; one senior was not allowed to graduate, and another was expelled.
How did the school respond to the allegations?
Central Catholic High School responded, denying the allegations and stating they expelled two students promptly after the claims were made.
What legal steps has the school taken?
The school has filed motions to dismiss the lawsuit against both itself and individual officials.
When and where will the Garcias hold a press conference?
A press conference will be held by the Garcias at noon on Wednesday at El Chaparral Mexican Restaurant on N Loop 1604.
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Additional Resources
- News 4 San Antonio
- Wikipedia: Bullying
- Fox San Antonio
- Google Search: Central Catholic High School lawsuit
- Kens 5
- Google Scholar: School hazing prevention
- KSAT
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Hazing
- Community Impact
- Google News: Texas school bullying case
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