Call Her Daddy My College Soccer Trauma
Jun 10, 2025
In this candid discussion, Alex reflects on her challenging experience as a Division 1 soccer player at Boston University. She bravely shares her journey of healing from trauma, including the impact of sexual harassment by a coach. The emotional weight of revealing her story through a documentary highlights the significance of building solidarity among survivors. This poignant narrative not only sheds light on personal struggles but also emphasizes the importance of courage and community in overcoming adversity.
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Alex's Harrowing College Soccer Story
- Alex Cooper shares her decade-long silence about sexual harassment from her college soccer coach.
- Filming a documentary led her to confront painful memories after revisiting her college soccer field.
Powerlessness Resurfaces on the Field
- Revisiting the soccer field transported Alex back to feeling powerless at 18.
- Despite success and therapy, she still carried deep trauma and uneasiness.
Complex Fears Around Speaking Out
- Alex struggled with shame and fear of retaliation which delayed sharing her experience.
- She worried her story might be dismissed because the abuse wasn’t physical and involved a woman abuser.