ANDREOZZI + FOOTE
SPORTS COACH SEXUAL ABUSE LAWYER
Reviewed by:
Benjamin D. Andreozzi, Esq.
- Last Updated: December 10, 2025
On This Page
- Why Choose Andreozzi + Foote for Your Youth Sports Abuse Case?
- Understanding Youth Sports and Coach Sexual Abuse
- What Are the Common Settings and Programs Where Abuse Can Occur?
- How To Prove Youth Sports or Coach Sexual Abuse
- What Compensation Can You Recover in a Youth Sports Coach Sexual Abuse Case?
- How a Youth Sports Sexual Abuse Lawyer Can Help
- Call Andreozzi + Foote for a Free, Confidential Case Consultation
Young athletes depend on coaches, trainers, and mentors for guidance, safety, and encouragement. Unfortunately, some exploit that trust, committing sexual abuse that can leave long-term emotional and psychological scars.
At Andreozzi + Foote, we represent survivors of sexual abuse nationwide and have built a reputation for holding institutions accountable. If you or your child has experienced abuse by a coach or other adult in a youth sports league or organization, we are here to provide the experience, care, and support needed to pursue justice and healing.
Why Choose Andreozzi + Foote for Your Youth Sports Abuse Case?
Andreozzi + Foote is one of the nation’s leading law firms for survivors of sexual abuse. We have represented more than 600 survivors of institutional abuse against some of the country’s most powerful organizations, including youth groups, religious institutions, and sports leagues. Our results and testimonials from clients reflect not only our legal skills but also our dedication to helping survivors pursue justice and healing.
When you choose our firm, you can expect to get the following:
- Experience: We have over 50 years of combined experience handling complex and high-stakes cases.
- Compassion: We provide trauma-informed, survivor-centered representation.
- Proven results: We’ve recovered billions for our clients, including a $2 billion verdict against the Boy Scouts of America.
- No upfront fees: We work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay nothing unless we secure compensation for you.
“Ben and Nate took their time in handling my case with compassion and care. I never had to wonder what was going on. They always made sure to include me in each and every decision that needed to be made before they were made. Their entire staff was always very polite and knowledgeable. I cannot say enough kind words about Andreozzi + Foote; they are simply the best!”
“A million thanks for all you have done for me through this long process. The work you do helps people heal, thus changing their lives forever. Finally, standing up for myself has given me my life back. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, for helping me every step of the way!”
“This letter is to tell you how much I appreciate your willingness to listen and to find justice for my son, who was a victim of child molestation 20 years ago. It took 20 years before the police arrested and stopped a child molester. Thank you, Ben Andreozzi, for being a compassionate attorney who really understands the devastating consequences sexual abuse can have on a person’s life and family. My son dreamed of the day that his voice would be heard and validated, and to have someone speak up for him. Ben Andreozzi, you did just that. Thank you for helping my son get his life back.”
Understanding Youth Sports and Coach Sexual Abuse
Sexual abuse involves any sexual misconduct, including coercion or grooming, by someone in a position of trust or authority, such as a coach, trainer, or volunteer. Any sexual activity between an adult and a minor is child sexual abuse, even if there is no force or threat, because children cannot legally consent.
While some victims show no physical signs, many experience psychological effects like anxiety, depression, self-blame, post-traumatic stress, self-harm, or suicidal thoughts. Children who have suffered abuse may experience nightmares, bed-wetting, mood changes, or social withdrawal.
Abuse and sexual misconduct disregard both legal and ethical standards. Survivors are never at fault for the harm they suffer. Predators take advantage of their authority to exploit young athletes. The blame belongs fully on the abuser.
What Is Grooming and Sexual Coercion?
Grooming and sexual coercion are manipulative strategies used to control a victim. Grooming develops gradually to gain trust and friendship, while coercion uses pressure, guilt, or threats to force sexual activity.
Potential signs of grooming include the following:
- Constant flattering and attention
- Discussion of inappropriate topics
- Secretive texts or emails
- An adult who prefers children over adults
- Frequent offers of help to caregivers to spend time alone with a child
Coercers often exploit power imbalances, such as being a coach, or the victim’s vulnerabilities, like age or emotional dependence. In addition to threats, shame, and guilt, coercion may also involve the following:
- Creating a sense of obligation through favors or relationship dynamics
- Offering gifts, money, or meals with implied sexual expectations
- Using excessive flattery to override judgment
What Are the Common Settings and Programs Where Abuse Can Occur?
Abuse can happen anywhere children are under adult supervision, and organizations and institutions have a responsibility to protect them. The following are some common settings where abuse may occur:
- School or after-school athletic programs
- Local sports leagues and recreational teams
- Competitive or travel clubs
- Private training or mentoring sessions
- Church or community-sponsored sports
- Overnight and day sports camps
Digital grooming is increasingly common, involving inappropriate texts, social media messages, or other online manipulation. Whether abuse occurs in person or online, organizations are legally obligated to protect children. When they fail, our sports coach sexual abuse attorneys are ready to pursue accountability.
How To Prove Youth Sports or Coach Sexual Abuse
Many survivors worry they will not be believed or that they have waited too long to bring a strong case. In civil sexual abuse lawsuits, a survivor’s testimony is often central and can carry significant weight. Other common forms of evidence in sexual abuse cases include:
- Reports or statements from other survivors
- Records or files from the organization
- Medical or therapy records
- Texts, emails, or social media messages
- Photographs or journal entries
- Witnesses who observed suspicious behavior or heard disclosures
- The accused’s inclusion in known offender lists or public accusations
- Prior complaints or disciplinary actions
- Expert testimony on grooming patterns and institutional duty of care
With extensive investigative experience and a network of experts, Andreozzi + Foote is well-equipped to uncover the truth and hold those responsible accountable.
“Their story, the story of any survivor by itself, is often enough.”
- Nathaniel Foote
What Compensation Can You Recover in a Youth Sports Coach Sexual Abuse Case?
Civil lawsuits provide a means for survivors to seek compensation and hold abusers and the institutions that enabled abuse accountable. Survivors may seek compensation for various damages, including:
- Medical and therapy expenses: Past and future costs for counseling, psychiatric care, medication, and recovery programs
- Lost educational and career opportunities: The effects of the abuse on the victim’s educational and career goals
- Other costs: Relocation, school changes, long-term support, and other disruptions linked to the abuse
- Emotional distress, pain, and suffering: Covers the physical, emotional, and psychological trauma, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, and loss of enjoyment of life
In limited situations, a court may award punitive damages to penalize an institution that acted egregiously and deter future abuse.
Compensation can vary in amount based on factors such as the severity and duration of the abuse, the survivor’s age at the time, and the impact on daily life.
How a Youth Sports Sexual Abuse Lawyer Can Help
At Andreozzi + Foote, we have spent decades guiding survivors through the complexities of sexual abuse cases in the civil justice system. From state-specific statutes of limitations to institutional immunity protections, our youth sports sexual abuse attorneys understand the legal obstacles that can arise and how to address them, helping survivors and families pursue justice even when others said it was impossible.
Our representation encompasses the following:
- Confidential consultation: Free and no-obligation meeting to discuss your case
- Investigation: Conducting a thorough independent investigation, collecting key evidence, and identifying the responsible parties
- Building and filing a civil claim: Preparing and filing a strong case and complying with the relevant legal deadlines
- Settlement or trial: Advocating in negotiations, litigating your case, and taking the case to trial when needed
Call Andreozzi + Foote for a Free, Confidential Case Consultation
If you or your child has experienced abuse by a youth sports coach, Andreozzi + Foote can help you pursue justice. Our experienced sports coach sexual abuse lawyers are here to help you seek justice and begin the path to healing.
Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation.
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