NEW YORK CITY – In a startling revelation, popular podcaster Alex Cooper has accused her former soccer coach at Boston University of sexual harassment. The allegations are detailed in the upcoming Hulu documentary, “Call Her Alex,” set to premiere on June 10.
Immediate Impact
Alex Cooper, known for her hit podcast “Call Her Daddy,” claims she endured three years of escalating harassment from her former coach, Nancy Feldman, during her time with the Terriers women’s soccer team from 2013 to 2015. The documentary, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, sheds light on Cooper’s troubling experiences.
“I felt a lot of anger—anger at my coach, anger at my school, and anger at the system that allowed this to happen,” Cooper stated in the documentary, as reported by Vanity Fair.
Key Details Emerge
According to Cooper, Feldman began to “fixate” on her during her sophomore year, making inappropriate comments about her body and personal life. Cooper alleges that Feldman tried to isolate her, placing a hand on her thigh and staring at her during interactions. The podcaster recounts the psychological toll, describing it as a “psychotic game” that forced her to avoid Feldman at all costs.
“It was this psychotic game of, ‘You wanna play? Tell me about your sex life. I have to drive you to your night class, get in the car with me alone,’” Cooper revealed in the documentary.
University’s Response
When Cooper and her family approached Boston University officials, they were reportedly dismissed, with officials asking, “What do you want?” Cooper claims the university did not investigate her allegations, opting instead to allow her to retain her full soccer scholarship while keeping Feldman in her position.
Feldman retired in 2022 after a 22-year tenure, during which she amassed 418 victories, ranking 22nd all-time among NCAA women’s soccer coaches.
Background Context
Cooper has previously hinted at her traumatic experiences at Boston University in interviews with Cosmopolitan and The New York Times. The documentary’s trailer had teased these revelations, building anticipation for its release on Hulu.
Feldman was the only coach for the women’s soccer program since its inception as a varsity sport in 1995. Despite her accolades, the allegations cast a shadow over her legacy.
What Comes Next
During a Q&A session at the Tribeca Film Festival, Cooper expressed her motivation to speak out, citing ongoing issues of harassment and abuse of power at Boston University. She hopes her story will prevent similar experiences for future students.
“During the filming of this documentary, I found out that the harassment and abuse of power is still happening on the campus of Boston University,” Cooper said, according to Deadline.
As the documentary prepares for its public release, it is poised to spark conversations about institutional accountability and the protection of students from abuse.
Boston University has not yet responded to requests for comment from The Post. The timing of these revelations is significant, as they coincide with broader discussions about harassment in sports and academia.
Meanwhile, Cooper continues to build her media empire, having recently signed a major deal with SiriusXM. Her podcast, “Call Her Daddy,” remains one of the most popular globally, second only to “The Joe Rogan Experience.”
The story of Alex Cooper and her alleged experiences at Boston University is a powerful reminder of the challenges many face in speaking out against harassment, and the importance of creating safe environments for all.
