Former Michigan Coach Sherrone Moore Faces Felony Charges Amidst University Staffer Controversy
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was arraigned Friday on felony home invasion and misdemeanor stalking charges, marking a dramatic fall from grace for the once-celebrated coach. The charges stem from allegations involving an intimate relationship with a female staffer who remains employed by the university despite the controversy.
Prosecutors detailed that Moore and the staffer, who had served as his executive assistant, maintained an “intimate relationship for a number of years,” which reportedly ended earlier this week. Following the breakup, the staffer reported multiple disturbing text messages and phone calls from Moore, prompting an internal investigation by the university and subsequent police involvement. Moore was released on a $25,000 bond but is subject to strict conditions, including wearing a GPS tether, undergoing mental health treatment, and refraining from any contact with the staffer.
The University of Michigan swiftly terminated Moore’s employment after uncovering credible evidence of an “inappropriate relationship” with a staff member. However, the staffer involved has not faced disciplinary action and continues her employment with the university. Public payroll records indicate her salary surged from just over $58,000 in 2023 and 2024 to nearly $99,000 in 2025, a substantial increase that has drawn attention amid the ongoing investigation.
Moore’s attorney, Joseph Simon, declined to comment on whether Moore would return home to his wife and three daughters, emphasizing only that he would not answer questions about his client’s personal circumstances. Moore has been married since 2015 and has three children.
The charges allege Moore committed third-degree home invasion, along with misdemeanor stalking and breaking and entering without consent, offenses that carry serious legal consequences. The case has drawn widespread scrutiny, not only for the nature of the allegations but also for the university’s decision to retain the staffer despite her involvement.
The University of Michigan’s handling of the situation has been closely watched, with many looking to the institution’s policies on staff conduct and workplace relationships. The university spokesperson confirmed there has been no change in the staffer’s employment status, underscoring the complexity of addressing personnel matters amid ongoing legal proceedings.
Moore’s arraignment took place in Ann Arbor, where the court outlined the conditions of his release and scheduled further hearings. The case is expected to unfold over the coming months, with both legal and institutional implications for the university’s football program.
For more information on stalking laws and protections, see the Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women. Details on home invasion statutes can be found through the Michigan Attorney General’s Office. University employment policies are publicly available via the University of Michigan Human Resources, and court records are accessible through the Michigan Courts system.
This case highlights the challenges universities face when allegations of misconduct intersect with complex personal relationships and legal investigations. As the proceedings continue, the University of Michigan community and college football fans alike await further developments in this unfolding story.
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