I quit Sheffield United after being ‘totally excluded’ when Maddy Cusack death rocked grieving club – we were let down

A SHEFFIELD United worker quit after being “totally excluded” when Maddy Cusack’s death rocked the grieving club – reportedly claiming staff were let down.

Delroy Hall resigned as club chaplain in November, two months after Blades star Cusack was found dead.

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The death of Maddy Cusack (pictured) last September rocked Sheffield United[/caption]

His resignation letter said he felt ignored and let down by club bosses, the Athletic reports.

Hall told the sports news website that he had been “totally excluded” from the club’s response to Cusack’s death.

He said: “I said I’m not asking for the limelight or to be the centre of attention – but if I can offer any support just let me know.

“I knew straight away it was going in one ear and out the other.

“They had no interest in getting me involved whatsoever.”

Responding to Hall’s letter, Sheffield United reportedly said: “After the tragic passing of our much-loved colleague Maddy Cusack, we enlisted the support of external trained counsellors, recommended by the Football Association.

“They were available on the ground and over the phone.

“Several colleagues took advantage of this support and continue to work with these trained, dedicated people who are supporting them through their grief.

“The club would like to thank Dr Hall for his support in his volunteer role and wish him the very best of luck with his future endeavours.”

Sheffield United has been contacted for comment.

CLUB PROBE

Cusack’s family is understood to have made an official complaint to the club after she was found dead in September.

Her lawyer dad David alleged in the complaint that she was “troubled” after Jonathan Morgan was appointed as the team’s manager.

Morgan reportedly denies treating Cusack unfavourably.

The Sun has repeatedly contacted Morgan’s representatives for comment.

Sheffield United appointed retired Raoul Moat cop Dennis Shotton to handle a probe into the family’s allegations.

Morgan, who had previously managed Cusack at Leicester, was cleared of treating her unfavourably by the nine-week external inquiry – with no disciplinary action taken.

Cusack’s family, which was not allowed to see Shotton’s report, has rejected its verdict.

‘CAREFREE GIRL’

The FA has now begun gathering evidence after the family asked it to launch its own probe.

The Maddy Cusack Foundation said: “Those who knew Maddy well will be aware she had no long-standing mental health issues or troubles.

“Maddy was a happy-go-lucky, carefree girl with everything to live for.

“By Christmas 2022, she could be described as being at her happiest.

“This all changed gradually from February.”

Last month the club said: “Sheffield United Football Club can confirm that an investigation has taken place following the tragic passing of Women’s team player and club marketing executive, Maddy Cusack.

“At the request of and with cooperation from Maddy’s family, we appointed an independent third party to carry out a formal investigation into concerns the family raised about processes and conduct at the Club.

“Following a thorough review of the valuable input provided by each of the key witnesses put forward by Maddy’s family and the Club, the investigation has found no evidence of wrongdoing.

“We wish to offer support to Maddy’s family and the Maddy Cusack Foundation, MC8.

“We hope to work with them to continue the lasting positive impact Maddy had on those who knew her.”

If you are affected by any of the issues raised in this article, please call the Samaritans for free on 116123.