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Ex-NMSU Coach Settles $600K Over Hazing Fallout

8/20/2025

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Former NMSU basketball coach Greg Heiar received a $600,000 settlement for wrongful termination linked to a hazing scandal.
Heiar alleged he was unfairly blamed for larger issues, resulting in mental distress.
NMSU's Chancellor terminated Heiar due to escalating concerns within the athletic program.
This settlement follows an $8 million lawsuit settlement involving players' sexual assault allegations.
Heiar is now coaching successfully at Trinity Valley Community College.

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Former NMSU basketball coach Greg Heiar received a $600,000 settlement for wrongful termination linked to a hazing scandal.
Heiar alleged he was unfairly blamed for larger issues, resulting in mental distress.
NMSU's Chancellor terminated Heiar due to escalating concerns within the athletic program.
This settlement follows an $8 million lawsuit settlement involving players' sexual assault allegations.
Heiar is now coaching successfully at Trinity Valley Community College.