Manhattan Soccer Club Confronts Racist Incident and Backlash
Shantel Harrison recounts her family's distressing encounter with racial discrimination within the Manhattan Soccer Club, highlighting the club's inadequate response to her complaints.
August 25, 2026
This piece was last updated by Alisha Shrestha on August 25, 2026.
Harrison describes how her daughter endured exclusion and threats from Coach Ricky Wiseman, who made overtly racist remarks about their family's heritage.
The club's founder, Rob Million, reportedly downplayed the situation, focusing on her daughter's athletic capabilities rather than acknowledging the discriminatory behavior.
Despite attempts to address the issue through formal channels, the Harrison family received little support, leading them to withdraw from the league entirely.
Harrison emphasizes the emotional toll of the experience, noting how it undermined their trust in the organization and its commitment to inclusivity.
She shared her story publicly to prevent similar situations for other families, stating her intention was simply to seek justice and transparency.
The family has since chosen to step away from organized sports, viewing the incident as a stark example of systemic failures in addressing racism.
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