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Referee Accuses Steve Child of Harassment in Tribunal

11/18/2025

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Lisa Benn testified at a tribunal that Steve Child forcefully pushed her during a 2023 youth match, citing gender.
She alleges harassment and says filing the complaint cost her position as an international referee.
Benn described a tense match where Child told her to “kill the game,” prompting an angry response.
A PGMOL investigation cleared Steve Child of disciplinary action, though Benn says her reputation suffered after she raised concerns.

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Story summary

Lisa Benn testified at a tribunal that Steve Child forcefully pushed her during a 2023 youth match, citing gender.
She alleges harassment and says filing the complaint cost her position as an international referee.
Benn described a tense match where Child told her to “kill the game,” prompting an angry response.
A PGMOL investigation cleared Steve Child of disciplinary action, though Benn says her reputation suffered after she raised concerns.