Former Michigan Coach Avoids Jail Time in Stalking Case

Sherrone Moore sentenced to probation and fines after incident with former staffer

Apr. 15, 2026 at 12:26am

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Sherrone Moore, the former head football coach at the University of Michigan, avoided jail time on Tuesday after pleading no contest to misdemeanor charges stemming from an alleged stalking incident involving a former staffer. Moore was fired in December after an investigation revealed an inappropriate relationship with the staffer, and he was later accused of breaking into her home and threatening to harm himself.

Why it matters

This case highlights the personal and professional fallout that can occur when coaches abuse their positions of power, as well as the challenges of balancing mental health concerns with accountability for criminal behavior.

The details

According to prosecutors, after being fired from his position as head coach, Moore allegedly contacted the staffer via phone calls and texts, prompting her to cooperate with the university's investigation. Moore was then accused of barging into the staffer's home, grabbing a butter knife and scissors, and threatening to harm himself, telling the staffer 'My blood is on your hands' and 'You ruined my life.' Moore pleaded no contest to two misdemeanors to resolve the felony criminal case.

  • In December, Moore was fired from his position as head football coach at the University of Michigan.
  • Shortly after his firing, Moore was jailed for allegedly breaking into the staffer's house and threatening to kill himself.
  • On Tuesday, April 15, 2026, Moore was sentenced to 18 months' probation and ordered to pay fines.

The players

Sherrone Moore

The former head football coach at the University of Michigan who was fired after an investigation revealed an inappropriate relationship with a staffer, and was later accused of stalking and threatening the same staffer.

Kelli Moore

Sherrone Moore's wife, who provided support to her husband throughout the legal process and pleaded with him to come home during the incident.

Judge Cedric Simpson

The judge who presided over Sherrone Moore's case and praised Kelli Moore for her unwavering support of her husband.

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What they’re saying

“'There is a certain irony in a lot of this – the person quite frankly, Mr. Moore, who is saving you from the full wrath of this court is the one you betrayed. I don't know where your wife, Kelli, finds her strength.'”

— Judge Cedric Simpson, Presiding Judge

“'Tell him I love him and to come home.'”

— Kelli Moore

What’s next

Moore must continue mental health treatment, abstain from alcohol and marijuana, and have no contact with the alleged victim as part of his 18-month probation sentence.

The takeaway

This case highlights the personal and professional consequences that can arise when coaches abuse their positions of power, as well as the importance of addressing mental health concerns alongside accountability for criminal behavior.