In a powerful revelation, podcast star Alex Cooper has decided to share her harrowing experience of alleged sexual harassment by her former soccer coach at Boston University, Nancy Feldman. This bold move comes after what Cooper describes as a lack of accountability, an absence of investigation, and a profound sense of injustice surrounding her ordeal. In her newly released docuseries, Call Her Alex, available on Hulu, Cooper details the abuse she endured during her time as a student-athlete.
In a candid statement shared on Instagram, Cooper disclosed that the harassment lasted for three long years, from 2013 to 2015, while she was an active member of the soccer team. “Nancy Feldman was someone I trusted. Someone I believed in. Someone who was supposed to help me grow,” Cooper expressed in her post. However, she revealed that instead of fostering her development, Feldman abused her power, saying, “She made my life a living hell and stripped me of my identity.” Cooper emphasized that this experience defined her life for a decade, while it seemingly had no impact on Feldman’s life.
During her time on the soccer team, Cooper alleges that Feldman exhibited inappropriate behavior, including making comments about her body, inquiring about her dating life, and even touching her thigh. One particularly troubling incident involved Feldman questioning Cooper about her personal life, asking whether she had been intimate with someone the night before. Despite Cooper’s attempts to report these incidents to athletic director Drew Marrochello, she claims her concerns were dismissed, stating, “I was turned away and ignored.”
In response to Cooper’s allegations, Boston University issued a statement emphasizing their zero-tolerance policy for sexual harassment. The university highlighted their commitment to student well-being, stating they have a robust system of resources and a thorough reporting process through their Equal Opportunity Office. However, the university's statement did not directly address Cooper's specific claims, leaving many questions unanswered.
The final straw for Cooper came when she learned that harassment was still occurring at Boston University, impacting her beloved soccer team. “When I found out the harassment and abuse was STILL happening on that campus today ... I knew I needed to share my story,” she wrote. Cooper is determined to be a voice for those who feel voiceless, sharing, “When this initially happened to me I felt like I had no voice. But that is no longer the case.”
Cooper’s message is clear: she is coming for those who have abused their power over vulnerable individuals. “Nancy Feldman, you will no longer be able to hide in the shadows and get away unscathed from the calculated pain you caused me and so many other women,” she declared. Her courage to speak out aims not only to seek justice for herself but also to support others who have faced similar experiences. “Daddy Gang, I got you,” she concluded, rallying those who have suffered in silence.
