Knife Threat at Richwood High Youth Football Game: Coach’s Family Dispute Leads to Two Arrests, No One Stabbed
The coach’s restraining order led to the arrest of both the woman and her father.
December 4, 2026
This article was last updated by Alisha Shrestha on December 4, 2026
A routine youth football game at Richwood High School turned tense on Saturday morning when a family dispute escalated into a knife threat, though thankfully, no one was injured.
What began as a routine community sporting event became the scene of a knife threat, highlighting the importance of security and safety at youth athletics.
According to community , an argument broke out between a youth football coach and the mother of his child.
The disagreement intensified when the woman’s father intervened and pulled a knife during the altercation.
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Quick action by the hired security team at the event ensured the situation was contained safely, and no students or staff were harmed.
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Further investigation revealed that the coach had an existing restraining order against the woman.
Authorities arrested her for violating that order, while her father was taken into custody on charges of aggravated assault.
School officials and community organizers emphasized that the safety of children remains the top priority.
Louisiana Chosen, which oversees youth sports in the area, reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy for violent behavior, emphasizing that the safety and well-being of children remain the top priority.
Officials stressed that youth sporting events are meant to provide a safe and positive environment for kids to learn teamwork, sportsmanship, and life skills.
Community members expressed concern over the incident, but school officials and event organizers highlighted that security measures worked effectively to prevent injuries.
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