Coach's Arrest Shakes University, Charges Include Trafficking

Kevin Mays, a basketball coach at California State University Bakersfield, faces serious charges including pimping, firearm possession, drug trafficking, and child pornography. After a sting operation, he was arrested in September 2025. The case led to the resignation of the head coach and athletic director, and a wrongful termination lawsuit. Mays, who earned $3,000 a month, is now held without bail. The university is focusing on rebuilding trust and safety. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/63867c6c353a25c7