Multiple players allege Newcastle Jets coach Ryan Campbell abused them
Female players say coach Ryan Campbell caused them verbal abuse, body shaming, and emotional harm at the Newcastle Jets.
Bel Rolley, a former University of Southern California defender, and other players say coach Ryan Campbell caused them verbal abuse, body shaming, and emotional harm at the Newcastle Jets. Rolley says Campbell questioned whether she was faking a knee injury.
Campbell called her lazy and a liar. Campbell made personal attacks beyond normal coaching.
A teenage academy player says she developed an eating disorder. She tried to stay thin to avoid Campbell's criticism about her weight.
Campbell denies making comments about players' bodies or faking injuries. He says his style is firm but meant to get the best from elite athletes.
A Football Australia investigation found some claims proven but not bullying. Campbell currently serves as technical director overseeing about 100 players aged 12 to 23, most under 18.
- 23 years old
- Rolley's age
- Number three in US
- Her school ranking
- Less than one year
- Time at Jets
- Ryan Campbell
- Coach name
Why it mattersYoung athletes' safety depends on coaches keeping professional boundaries. Claims of ongoing abuse affecting mental health and eating disorders raise serious questions about how teams watch over coaches.
AustraliaThe Jets are an A-League Women club; this affects safeguarding standards across Australian professional soccer and junior development pathways.
✓ Claims checked against the source. checked 1 h ago
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