The Culture of Silence in High School Sports: A Case Study in Accountability The indictment of four former Cheltenham High School football coaches and six players on charges related to alleged hazing has shed light on a disturbing culture of silence that pervades many high school sports programs.
While the details of this case are particularly egregious, they are far from isolated incidents. The charges stem from two alleged incidents of hazing during pre season practices in 2025.
In one incident, a sophomore was assaulted by multiple teammates, with one player using a broomstick to poke at his buttocks while others restrained him.