News Summary

The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles has issued a cease and desist letter to Brett Steigh, who was alleged to have incentivized families to enlist their children in the Bishop Montgomery High School football program. This step comes after serious concerns about player eligibility and rules violations led to the cancellation of the 2025 varsity football season. As the scandal unfolds, the Archdiocese emphasizes its commitment to integrity in high school sports, impacting several local institutions and leaving families questioning the future of their athletes.

Los Angeles Strikes Back: Archdiocese Takes Action Against High School Football ‘Money Man’

In a stunning twist to the world of high school sports, the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles has issued a cease and desist letter to Brett Steigh, widely known in local football circles as the ‘Money Man.’ This letter orders Steigh to immediately halt all activities pertaining to sports programs at the Archdiocese’s Catholic high schools, marking a significant step in response to a scandal that has shaken the region.

The High Stakes of High School Football

The situation began to unfurl when allegations surfaced that Steigh had been financially incentivizing families to enlist their children in the football program at Bishop Montgomery High School. In reaction to these serious claims, the school announced it would be canceling its 2025 varsity football season due to a myriad of issues, including questions around player eligibility and potential violations of established rules.

The Archdiocese has made it clear that it will not tolerate any violations of CIF-SS Bylaws within its institutions. Their commitment to integrity in sports is unwavering, and they are taking decisive action to uphold those standards. The cease and desist letter cites Steigh’s recent appearance on a popular sports show on YouTube, where he claimed he had never been told to stop his activities.

A Roller Coaster of Events

Brett Steigh’s controversial involvement doesn’t end there; he openly confessed to compensating players participating in Bishop Montgomery’s football program. This revelation only deepens concerns about the ethical ramifications of such actions, and the integrity of high school athletics.

Following these events, Patrick Lee, the president of Bishop Montgomery High School, stepped down in the wake of mounting pressure. The scandal centered around allegations of ineligible players and misconduct has garnered significant attention across the region, illustrating that the issues stretch far beyond the football field.

Archdiocese Remains Firm in Commitment

The Archdiocese has called for Steigh to cease all activities related to sports programs at its schools. Interestingly, the cease and desist letter reminds Steigh of a previous agreement he had made to comply with archdiocesan requests. The list of schools affected by this decision includes notable institutions such as Alverno High School, Bellarmine-Jefferson High School, and Loyola High School, among others.

What Lies Ahead for Affected Families?

With the cancellation of the varsity football program at Bishop Montgomery, the future remains uncertain for the players and their families. Following an incident in Hawaii that led to a player scuffle, their first game of the season unfortunately ended in a forfeit due to insufficient eligible players. The CIF Southern Section has now entered the fray, ruling five Bishop Montgomery players ineligible due to falsified information.

As the Archdiocese takes steps to regulate and reshape its sports programs, affected families are waiting anxiously for announcements regarding transfers and potential suspensions as a result of these serious allegations. The interim period promises to be filled with uncertainty as families navigate the consequences brought on by the unfolding situation.

Community Resilience in the Face of Scandal

In this complicated landscape, the Archdiocese emphasizes the importance of following the rules that govern high school sports. It’s a reminder to young athletes and their families about the significance of integrity and the values that lie at the foundation of their Catholic education. With the community rallying around this situation, the hope is that better days lie ahead as Bishop Montgomery transitions to offering only junior varsity football for the immediate future.

As we look on, it is a critical moment for the world of high school sports in Los Angeles—a call for accountability, fair play, and, most importantly, a collaborative effort to ensure that student-athletes are treated fairly, respected, and given the best path forward.

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