Grant Park Football Hazing Allegations | Winnipeg News

Winnipieg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 8, 2026 · 2m

Grant Park High’s football program is under fire after shocking allegations of hazing, including blood-drawing rituals and violent locker room abuse, sparking a major investigation into head coach Doug Kovacs. Former players and parents describe terrifying scenes — beatings, choking — while the commissioner’s office vows to protect vulnerable witnesses. Despite the program’s strong reputation and upcoming facility plans, Kovacs’ aggressive coaching style and dismissive “boys will be boys” attitude have drawn criticism. With the investigation ongoing and the commissioner empowered to suspend…