Nine former Western Oregon University’s women’s basketball players filed a lawsuit Wednesday against the university, two coaches and multiple faculty members, alleging emotional and physical abuse that included excessive practices and inappropriate comments regarding players’ appearances.

The suit alleges the NCAA Division II university allowed coaches to abuse players, then took away their scholarships in retaliation for speaking up.

The women allege the abuse occurred during the 2023-24 season and caused lasting damage for some players, including eating disorders and panic attacks.

Nine former women's basketball players at Western Oregon are suing their coaches and school, contending they were victims of physical abuse and bullying.

Nine former members of the Western Oregon University women’s basketball team say they experienced severe physical and emotional abuse during the 2023-24 season.