CHICAGO (CBS) -- A private Jesuit school in north suburban Wilmette has fired its girls' soccer coach, amid multiple complaints of "inappropriate or offensive comments" to players.
Craig Snower was fired as the varsity girls' soccer coach at Loyola Academy on Thursday, according to the school. He also was fired as senior girls' director of the FC United soccer club, based in Glenview, according to published reports.
Loyola Academy did not provide any details about the comments Snower allegedly made to players.
"Loyola Academy is committed to maintaining a safe environment for our students and their well-being is our highest priority," Loyola public relations director Robin Hunt said in an email. "An investigation has been opened, and Loyola Academy is fully cooperating with the appropriate authorities. Loyola Academy has no further comment at this time."
According to published reports, the Wilmette Police Department also has launched an investigation.
Loyola Academy Girls Soccer Coach Fired Over 'Offensive Comments'
/ CBS Chicago
CHICAGO (CBS) -- A private Jesuit school in north suburban Wilmette has fired its girls' soccer coach, amid multiple complaints of "inappropriate or offensive comments" to players.
Craig Snower was fired as the varsity girls' soccer coach at Loyola Academy on Thursday, according to the school. He also was fired as senior girls' director of the FC United soccer club, based in Glenview, according to published reports.
Loyola Academy did not provide any details about the comments Snower allegedly made to players.
"Loyola Academy is committed to maintaining a safe environment for our students and their well-being is our highest priority," Loyola public relations director Robin Hunt said in an email. "An investigation has been opened, and Loyola Academy is fully cooperating with the appropriate authorities. Loyola Academy has no further comment at this time."
According to published reports, the Wilmette Police Department also has launched an investigation.
Featured Local Savings
CBS News Chicago
Boston Legacy breaks NWSL attendance record for largest inagural home opener
4-year-old girl dies after domestic incident in Southwest Atlanta; police investigating
Soccer fans flock to Gillette Stadium for Boston Legacy's first game, "it's a dream"
Mike Tomlin makes first public comments since stepping down as Steelers coach
How to register for severe weather alerts and notifications throughout Maryland
D.C. United takes 2-1 victory over Fire FC
Power shutoffs, road closures confirmed for parts of Front Range due to high winds, fire danger
Fire in West Philadelphia leaves 2 people injured, officials say