Former Michigan Football Coach Sherrone Moore Pleads No Contest to Charges

Accuser Paige Shiver speaks out after Moore's plea deal, calls for University of Michigan to take action

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Sherrone Moore, the former head football coach at the University of Michigan, has pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges related to an incident involving a former university staffer, Paige Shiver. Shiver is now speaking out, with her lawyers calling for the university to take accountability and ensure that power is never used to exploit or silence employees.

Why it matters

This case highlights issues of abuse of power, workplace misconduct, and the need for institutions to properly investigate and address allegations against those in positions of authority. It raises questions about the university's handling of the situation and its responsibility to protect its employees.

The details

Paige Shiver, a former staffer at the University of Michigan, has accused Moore of breaking into her home and engaging in an 'inappropriate relationship' with her. Moore pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges: malicious use of a telecommunications device in the context of a domestic relationship and trespass. Shiver's lawyers are calling for the university to take swift and decisive action to address the situation and restore trust among its employees, students, and alumni.

  • On March 6, 2026, Sherrone Moore pleaded no contest to the two misdemeanor charges.
  • In January 2025, Moore had pleaded not guilty to felony charges of home invasion, stalking, and illegal entry.

The players

Sherrone Moore

The former head football coach at the University of Michigan who pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges related to an incident involving a former university staffer.

Paige Shiver

A former staffer at the University of Michigan who has accused Moore of breaking into her home and engaging in an 'inappropriate relationship' with her.

University of Michigan

The public university where Moore was the head football coach and Shiver was a staffer, and which is now facing calls to take accountability and action in the situation.

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What they’re saying

“Today's no-contest plea in the criminal trespassing case involving disgraced former University of Michigan head football coach Sheronne Moore [sic] represents a critical moment of acknowledgment and accountability following a frightening and deeply disturbing incident.”

— Paige Shiver's lawyers (Us Weekly)

“With the resolution of Mr. Moore's criminal legal proceedings today, all eyes are now squarely focused on the University of Michigan … to see whether they take the swift and decisive action needed to make amends for the University's painful missteps and to restore a genuine sense of trust and respect among its employees, students, and alums.”

— Paige Shiver's lawyers (Statement)

What’s next

Sherrone Moore's sentencing in the case has been scheduled for April 14.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for institutions like the University of Michigan to thoroughly investigate allegations of misconduct by those in positions of power, and to take swift and appropriate action to protect their employees and restore trust within the community.