http://ncronline.org/news/accountab...tre-dame-campus-leaves-more-questions-answers
This article gives a pretty detailed account of the report filed by Lizzy as well as the actions of the university and is representatives following the accusation. While it's unclear whether or not the player is guilty of sexual assault occurred, it is clear that explicit
rape did not. What went down was some kissing followed by groping of her breasts, which was stopped by the player (corroborated by both the deceased's and the player's report). She claimed she was forced into the dance and that the groping was non-consentual, but that she was too scared to stop it. The player says she initiated everything and that he had to stop before things got out of hand, as there would be severe repercussions for him if they were caught. A few more details:
- the player's dorm was not co-ed; it is a punishable offence to bring women into a co-ed dorm and this is reportedly known to all students but especially athletes
- she entered the dorm willingly
- there is documented evidence that she was excited to be hanging out with this player and had an interest in pursuing continued contact with him
- she was at least slightly intoxicated during the events
Given the facts, it's really not as cut and dry a case as the OP presents with respect to the player's guilt.
What's undeniably disgusting is the way Notre Dame handled the accusations and their lack of compassion after her suicide. Their priorities are with the program 100%, and they attack anyone who presents a threat to that.
