EEOC Charge Also Not Enough
Lewis also attempted to revive a Title VII retaliation claim, arguing that LSU’s athletic director who signed off on her firing knew of her EEOC charge. But again, the court found the argument lacking since Kelly made the final call, distancing the decision from any alleged retaliatory motive.
A Case That Stirred National Attention Ends Quietly
While the lawsuit initially drew national scrutiny for its explosive allegations of misconduct and retaliation within a high-profile NCAA football program, Tuesday’s decision appears to bring the legal drama to a close—at least for now.
Attorneys for Lewis and LSU did not respond to requests for comment on the appellate court’s decision.
Lewis was represented by Larry English of English & Associates. LSU’s legal team included Susan Furr, Shelton Blunt, Karleen Green, Gregory Stevens, Jessica Huffman, Michael Victorian, and Molly McDiarmid of Phelps Dunbar LLP.
