Cheerleading Coach on Trial: “Prepare Your Condom, It’s Happening”

Matthieu Martel, a 44-year-old cheerleading coach, is facing serious allegations of sexual misconduct from multiple former athletes. The trial has begun, with the first two of eleven plaintiffs providing testimony.

Allegations Against Cheerleading Coach Matthieu Martel

During the trial, the first complainant detailed how Martel made inappropriate comments starting when she was just 13 years old. She revealed screenshots of Snapchat conversations that included troubling messages such as, “You look very [sexy] in your outfit,” and “Come sleep at my place.”

Martel reportedly told her he imagined her naked in his bed. He even suggested a threesome involving his girlfriend. This young athlete trained at Martel’s Phoenix club for three years. She recounted incidents where he sent explicit photos and made sexual advances during a team outing at a rented chalet.

Intimidating Comments and Unwanted Touching

At the chalet, he allegedly whispered to her, “Prepare your condom, it’s happening.” She interpreted this as a clear indication of his sexual intentions. The young woman later described an incident on a bus returning from a competition where Martel touched her inappropriately while providing a massage.

She was in discomfort due to a back issue when Martel allegedly slid his hands under her shirt and later touched her groin over her clothing. Shocked, she pushed his hands away and sought comfort from a friend.

Further Testimonies and Additional Allegations

The second complainant echoed similar experiences. She described frequent inappropriate comments about her body and unwanted physical contact. Martel would allegedly slap her on the backside while making suggestive remarks. She reported feeling uncomfortable during cheerleading maneuvers as Martel would position himself too closely, allowing for inappropriate contact.

• Key Incidents:
  • Inappropriate comments from age 13
  • Explicit messages on Snapchat
  • Whispers about sexual intentions
  • Inappropriate touching during team activities
• Current Status: The trial is ongoing with more plaintiffs expected to testify.

The allegations against Matthieu Martel highlight ongoing issues of misconduct in sports environments. Advocates continue to push for stronger protections for athletes against coaches. For more developments on this case, stay tuned to Filmogaz.com.