In a tearful interview that aired Friday morning on ABC News' "Good Morning America," Paige Shiver made a stunning revelation about her relationship with former University of Michigan head football coach Sherrone Moore: she was pregnant with his child.
Shiver, who previously served as an assistant under Moore, stated that she wanted to keep the baby but was advised by her doctors that carrying the child would be unsafe due to her Pompe Disease, a progressive disorder that weakens muscles and causes respiratory and heart complications. The emotional disclosure adds another layer to a scandal that has already resulted in Moore's termination and criminal charges.
During the interview, Shiver described what she characterized as a controlling dynamic in their relationship. "[He] had complete control over me, over my emotions, over my career, and he knew that, and he used it against me," she explained. She further alleged that the University of Michigan and members of the football program were aware of their relationship but prioritized other concerns.
"They cared more about winning football games, not having another scandal, and trying to protect the head coach" than her well-being, Shiver stated. She acknowledged that she initially denied the relationship to the university in October 2025 because she did not trust the process, waiting until December when the university hired lawyers to formally speak up. According to Shiver, the relationship began in 2022, months after the university hired her.
Moore was terminated from his position as head coach, and Shiver's contract with the Michigan athletic department expired without renewal under the new coaching staff. The situation deteriorated significantly following Moore's dismissal, culminating in a December 10 arrest at Shiver's apartment.
According to police reports, Moore confronted Shiver after learning of his termination. The encounter escalated when Moore allegedly grabbed knives and a pair of scissors and threatened self-harm. Moore's wife, Kelli, contacted authorities, informing officers that he had made suicidal threats.
Body camera footage from the arrest captured Moore insisting he "didn't do anything wrong" and claiming he would never hurt Shiver. He portrayed her as someone seeking revenge because he attempted to end their relationship. Moore also suggested that if he had fired Shiver or terminated their involvement, she would have filed a lawsuit against him, though he later conceded that approach might have been preferable.
Moore initially faced serious legal consequences, including felony home invasion charges along with misdemeanor stalking and breaking-and-entering charges. However, he ultimately avoided incarceration. After pleading no contest to reduced charges of malicious use of a telecommunication device in a domestic relationship and trespassing, the 40-year-old received 18 months probation and was ordered to pay approximately $1,000 in fines.
Shiver's appearance on national television has thrust the scandal back into public view, raising questions about institutional accountability and the treatment of individuals who come forward with allegations against powerful figures in collegiate athletics. The interview marks the first time Shiver has publicly discussed the pregnancy and the full scope of her allegations against the former head coach.