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The 42
3 days ago
- Sport
- The 42
'I didn't sit in the dressing room thinking I was the reason Dublin didn't beat Armagh'
IT'S THE DAY after the 2002 All-Ireland semi-final between Dublin and Armagh, and the RTÉ Six O'Clock news has just come on the TV in a pub. Sitting at the bar are some of the Dublin players who are processing the effects of a one-point defeat in Croke Park. It's been seven years since their county last tasted All-Ireland success, but this group will not be the ones to end the wait. A first Leinster title since 1995 will have to do instead. John McNally is among the crew, along with Dublin full-forward Ray Cosgrove who has been the star of the summer. He's clocking out of the championship with a scintillating 6-23. He'll be collecting an All-Star award for that as well as joint top-scorer gong along with Armagh's Oisín McConville. But today is a day for escaping. They want to avoid the city centre and so they've found a spot in Ballymore Eustace to drink their pints in quiet anonymity. Just when they think they're in the clear, the final moments of their loss to Armagh appear on the TV screen. A last-minute free from Cosgrove that came back off the post. 'Jaysus,' quips the barmen serving the wounded Dublin lot. 'I wouldn't fancy being that poor fella today.' **** It always comes up on weeks like this. THAT free. THAT miss. Dublin v Armagh in Croke Park? Of course Ray Cosgrove's phone is going to ping with the usual deluge of messages. He's in a WhatsApp group with Oisín McConville, and the back and forth is always good natured. McConville technically finished the 2002 championship with two more points than Cosgrove but they both won the top-scorer award as McConville played one more match. Cosgrove never lets him forget that. Ray Cosgrove wheels away in celebration after a goal in the 2002 Leinster final. INPHO INPHO For those who can recall, 2002 was the summer of Saipan. It was the summer when Roy Keane either left or was sent home from the Republic of Ireland's World Cup squad, depending on where your allegiances lie. That controversy held the country in a headlock. But Cosgrove's quality soared above it. In the space of a few months, he was no longer Ray Cosgrove. He was Cossie – the darling of Hill 16. 'The season just took off and I didn't realise the amount of hype that had been created,' he says, looking back. 'Things are just happening. I wasn't quite aware of the magnitude of what was going on, to be perfectly honest.' By 2002, Cosgrove was heading into his sixth year on the Dublin circuit. He was first introduced to the senior squad by Mickey Whelan in 1996 and he felt a breakthrough to the team was close. He was playing for the A team in their training games coming into the Leinster final against Meath. But when the selections were announced, he didn't get the nod. He didn't even make the matchday panel. 'I was going well,' Cosgrove continues. 'I was only 19 years old so maybe a little bit light and inexperienced. This was a Dublin team that had just won the All-Ireland. I left that Saturday before the final thinking I could be getting a shout. 'For whatever reason, Mickey obviously made the decision with the management team. Maybe they felt that's a big, strong, Meath team and this fella's not cut out for it at the moment. He just didn't back me, I suppose.' Advertisement By 1999, the door into the Dublin team was still locked for Cosgrove. Again, they reached the Leinster final, and again, Meath were their opponents. The Dublin-Meath rivalry was in full roar in those years. Not too unlike the Celtic Tiger that defined Irish consumerism at the time. Cosgrove did make an appearance on that occasion off the bench, but he was taken off again later in the game as Dublin lost by five points. Tommy Carr was in charge at that point, and after that game, they had a conversation about Cosgrove's future. They agreed that he should concentrate on playing club football. 'I suppose I had a bit of prove,' Cosgrove adds. 'I was still playing good football with the club in 2001.' Former Dublin manager Tommy Lyons. INPHO INPHO 2002 ushered in a new chapter for Dublin and for Cosgrove. The difference? Cosgrove's Kilmacud clubmate Tommy Lyons became the new Dublin boss. He decided that Cosgrove was his man, and offered assurances that he would stick with his man come hell or high water. It's hard to imagine a concept where a manager — who has a large panel at their disposal — could make such a promise. But Cosgrove's form made it easy to stick with him. 'He took a chance on me. He showed faith in me. And from day one, he said, 'Cossie, regardless of how you're going, I am going to play you. I'm going to persist with you.' He showed complete faith in me. That was the faith I needed. 'Tommy would have called me Monday morning after games day saying, 'You've done this, you've done that…' He was giving me feedback and he was honest.' **** Before we go forward, let's go back. Gaelic football wasn't Cosgrove's first sport. He had links through his Mayo-born parents and his Galway cousin, Gay McManus, who played against Cosgrove's native Dublin in the 1983 All-Ireland final. But the first ball Cosgrove kicked was for Leicester Celtic in Rathfarnham. He was a nifty centre midfielder too. He was on a DDSL team that won a Kennedy Cup, which is prestigious competition at U14 level. He also enjoyed some success with Cherry Orchard. There was talk of trials too but the intrusion of injury stopped him from pursuing any opportunities in England. 'I missed a couple of trials. I got injured at U15 when I was out with the the Irish team. I was on trials at the AUL. I tore a calf most of the trials there. And that set me back a good few months. I was due to go on trial with Derby. And I missed the boat to go across.' His first foray into Gaelic football was somewhat accidental. While attending St Benildus College, he offered to tog out for a team struggling with numbers. A teacher at the school was involved with Kilmacud Crokes and Cosgrove could feel himself inclining more towards the O'Neill's ball. Cosgrove celebrating after winning the 2009 All-Ireland final with Kilmacud Crokes. Donall Farmer / INPHO Donall Farmer / INPHO / INPHO 'We ended up winning the Dublin U14 A title,' he says. 'I joined Kilmacud and we ended up winning the U15 championship. That year we beat a Ballyboden team in the semi-final. I think they'd been unbeaten all the way up through when they were under-aged. And we were the first team to beat that Ballyboden team. Jim Stynes' younger brother David would have been on that team. 'I remember I was double-jobbing with the soccer. I had my foot in both camps. It just festered from there.' By the time he was at the U18 grade, Cosgrove dropped the dual-player tag and decided to specialise in Gaelic football. **** When he thinks back to 2002, Cosgrove points to a draw against Galway in the National League as the 'catalyst.' It was their last game of the Division 1 campaign. Cosgrove scored 1-4 and could sense a fruitful summer was looming. Dublin started their Leinster championship with a two-point win over Wexford and a 2-11 to 0-10 semi-final victory over the Royals illustrated their intent. It was a first championship win over Meath in seven years, and Cosgrove scored 2-3 to help make it happen. 'That was the first sign of, I'd arrived on the scene. Darren-Faye was one of the best full-backs that the game had ever seen. When you walk off the pitch and say, 'Jaysus, 2-3 off Darren-Faye', that isn't so bad.' Related Reads Rochford climbs on top of the Mayo volcano as they face yet another last stand Mayo GAA address financial situation at special delegates meeting 'We didn't play for whatever reason' - Jim McGuinness on first Ballybofey defeat Dublin went on to become Leinster champions for the first time since 1995 and eventually dispatched Donegal in the All-Ireland quarter-final after a replay. Cosgrove's legend continued to grow and a belief that Dublin could push on for the next prize was visible in the city. 'There was a big 40-foot poster on Connolly Street against the Bank of Ireland.' he says. 'The flags, the bunting around the place.' And then came Armagh in the semi-final. A tough outfit packed with Crossmaglen All-Ireland winners and Ulster champions. Kieran McGeeney was their captain at centre-back, and Cosgrove was familiar with him from the Dublin club scene. 'Geezer was playing with Na Fianna so I would have obviously locked horns with Geezer. We would have known a good bit about the Armagh boys from the few that were playing in Dublin. 'They were battle-hardened. They were more experienced. But certainly, it was a game that we went into thinking that, yeah, we could get something out of it. There was no fear on our behalf.' **** Cosgrove reflects on it as his best game for Dublin. You might only remember the free but he remembers the six points he scored. It was as close to perfect as he could get. He was the one that actually won the free too, drawing a trip from Enda McNulty. Cosgrove felt it was 'soft enough' though. He just kicked it with too much caution. If he had his time back, he'd put his boot through it. Instead of trying to curl it over from the instep, he'd hit the strike with more conviction. Actually, he would have taken the free off the ground. That was his preferred style of free-taking. But a knee injury forced him to start taking them from his hands. 'I knew I'd done as much as I could. It was probably the best game I ever played in a blue jersey. I didn't blame myself for missing the free. We would have only drawn the game. It's not like as if we would have won the game if I scored. 'I didn't take the burden of blame on my shoulders. It wasn't just that kick that led to us being beaten. There were lots of other missed opportunities. I didn't sit in the dressing room thinking I was the reason Dublin didn't beat Armagh.' The Dublin and Armagh teams before the 2002 All-Ireland semi-final. INPHO INPHO Cosgrove does have games that haunt him. The 1998 Leinster final against Éire Óg of Carlow needed three games to determine a winner. In the second game, Cosgrove kicked a free which was dispossessed and led to a late equaliser. Dublin's 2006 All-Ireland semi-final defeat to Mayo hangs over him too. More so than the 2002 heartache. He knows that others feel differently, and he had some slagging to deal with. 'That was part and parcel of it. You do get reminded of it quite regularly. It would get annoying but I had a very quick response. I finished top-scorer in the championship and I'd say, 'Here listen, when you finish top-scorer in the championship, get back to me and I'll talk to ya.' That usually quietened a few of them.' Cosgrove continued serving Dublin until 2008, deciding that he was 'only making up the numbers' at that stage and left after the National League. This was just three years before Dublin's All-Ireland breakthrough and he can feel satisfied that he helped lay the brickwork for future players to thrive in a Blue jersey. He did reach the summit with Kilmacud Crokes in 2009 as they conquered the club kingpins Crossmaglen to become All-Ireland champions. Something of a full circle moment for Cosgrove. He's always felt gratitude towards Tommy Lyons for taking that chance and giving him that summer to remember. You can say what you want about the free in 2002. But if you want to come at him, you best have scored 6-23. He's ready for you if not. And as Dublin and Armagh prepare to meet once again tomorrow afternoon in Croke Park, he might have to hear about it once or twice more before then. As for the bar man who spoke after his free appeared on the television, Cosgrove had something for him too. 'Well, here I am!'
Los Angeles Times
4 days ago
- General
- Los Angeles Times
Artist celebrates growing old with ‘Feeling Our Age' exhibit in Laguna Niguel
Kathleen Cosgrove used to be a lobbyist, but when she turned 50 she sold her business and went to art school, trading persuasion for paintbrushes. Cosgrove, raised in Berkeley in the 1960s, believes both pursuits are connected. 'It's all about the same thing, and that is feeling like I want to make the world a better place, pining for social justice and human rights,' she said. 'I had that ingrained in me at a very young age, and it stuck with me all the way through. The only thing that's really changed is that art has become my voice, and that's really what this project is all about.' That project is the 'Feeling Our Age' exhibition, featuring 60 portraits of women ages 60 or older from around the country and all walks of life. Cosgrove, who is based in Vancouver, Wash. and also has a studio in Portland, painted all of the artworks. She also asked each woman who sat for a portrait to write a personal essay about her experiences as she grew older. The 'Feeling Our Age' exhibit will be on display at the Watermark Laguna Niguel senior living community through the end of June. Cosgrove, 73, said the project was partially born from the coronavirus pandemic. The loneliness of that time meant something specific to her, as her maternal grandmother contracted the Spanish flu during World War I and suffered brain damage from it. 'She was locked away in an insane asylum in South Dakota and I never met her,' Cosgrove said. 'It's just so wrong. [The COVID-19 pandemic] triggered a lot of personal emotion in me.' She found Watermark Laguna Niguel while looking for a place for a friend who had fallen and suffered a brain injury. Cosgrove ended up chatting with Troy Hollar, Watermark's national director of marketing and sales. 'We really had the same viewpoints about how people have been mistakenly treated, that ageism does exist, and how Watermark works to not only redefine the image of older people but to give them opportunity,' Cosgrove said. 'The portraits are one thing, and they're great, but each woman wrote a personal story about how it feels to be their age and what they aspire to at this point in their life. Those are all in their own words, and that, to me, is so inspiring. It just makes you feel good, and I hope it has inspired some of the people at Watermark as well.' The World Health Organization projects that one in six people worldwide will be 60 or over by 2030. But studies have shown that older workers often are victims of ageism in the workplace. The 'Feeling Our Age' collection is displayed throughout the property, said Sundeep Jeste, executive director of Watermark Laguna Niguel. It has sparked family members of residents, as well as members of the general public, to visit the property and check it out after an opening reception on May 15. Cosgrove also led abstract art workshops with residents. 'The pictures and the images really encapsulate the diversity of the community, what we strive for and what we're all about here,' Jeste said. 'Their stories are really a reflection of not only the residents living here, but also the team. It's really cool to see that come to light.' Jeste added that he's talked with Cosgrove about having local artists have a sort of residency at the retirement community in the future. Watermark and Cosgrove also put together, 'Feeling Our Age, Sixty Over Sixty,' a book featuring each of the portraits and essays. Cosgrove said pulling together this collection of strong women has been life-changing for her. She feels the project resonates with the facility's residents because she herself is the same age, 'not some young whippersnapper,' she said. 'I was a little bit cranky about the personal isolation I was feeling [during the pandemic] and how I felt that older people were being treated,' she said. 'That was my response to what was going on, so I figured that if that's how I felt, other people must feel that way too. '[The project] really made me shift my way of thinking and the way I approach my own life. I'm not quite so cranky anymore.'
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Meet the Russian Propagandist Who Joined White House Press Briefing
The White House has officially opened its doors to a website accused of spreading Russian propaganda. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt welcomed Zero Hedge's Liam Cosgrove to the new media seat Monday—who predictably proceeded to relay conspiracy theories when given an opportunity to ask the first question at the morning press briefing. Zero Hedge is a financial blog started under a penname by Bulgarian-born former investment banker Daniel Ivandjiiski, and has been accused by U.S. intelligence officials of publishing articles crafted by Moscow-controlled media. The site has also spread conspiracy theories about Covid-19 and the Black Lives Matter movement, and circulated fake quotes from politicians. The site amassed a large alt-right (now mainstream) audience, including racists, anti-Semites, and conspiracy theorists. Now, it's being granted an even larger platform and preferential treatment from the White House. Cosgrove asked two questions. The first was about whether Donald Trump planned to stop 'financing foreign wars' in Ukraine and Gaza, during which Cosgrove managed to laud Trump and take a shot at Joe Biden. The second was about an old conspiracy theory resurfaced by the president himself. 'So, over the weekend, President Trump posted Truth Social, a video highlighting what most people call the 'Clinton body count,'' Cosgrove said. 'Which is the strange number of suicides that seem to happen in Clinton circles—' As Cosgrove spoke, Leavitt was visibly holding back a smile. Cosgrove took issue with reporting from The Washington Post that Trump's Truth Social post had amplified 'false' conspiracy theories. Although it wasn't mentioned in the video shared by the president, Cosgrove raised the apparent suicide of Mark Middleton, a former aide to President Bill Clinton who had been a point of contact between the White House and sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, as his own evidence of the 'Clinton body count.' 'That's just a lead-in to my question about the most famous Clinton-related suicide, which is that of Jeffrey Epstein. There's still a lot of questions about the Epstein files—' Cosgrove continued, asking whether the White House planned to release information that would connect Epstein's trafficking activities to intelligence agencies, 'even potentially as part of a blackmail ring with potential ties to the Israeli government.' In a classic Leavitt non-answer, she said that more information about Epstein would be released soon because Attorney General Pam Bondi had said she would release more information soon. The White House opened up its briefing room to 'new media' in January, and has made way for a revolving door of professional journalists, podcasters, and influencers. This crowd has inevitably included several MAGA talking heads, including content creators from Breitbart, the right-wing video platform Rumble, BreakingPoints, the Daily Wire, former Newsmax host Mark Halperin, and the right-wing substack Washington Reporter.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
75 Best Hinge Prompts, According to Relationship Therapists
Dating has come a long way from chance meetings, mutual friends, and love letters sealed with a kiss. Unlike our parents or grandparents, many of us now turn to dating apps to find meaningful connections—but with so many options out there, it can feel both exciting and overwhelming. One of the most popular apps today is Hinge, known for its focus on matching people interested in pursuing serious relationships. However, with so many people on the platform, making your profile stand out can be hard. That's why we've gathered 75 of the best Hinge prompts, according to relationship Charisse Cooke, Shadeen Francis, Kasturi Mahanta and Deirdre Cosgrove not only share some amazing prompts you can use—ranging from ones tailored for guys and girls to funny ones—they also offer expert insight into what actually makes a prompt effective. Their advice goes beyond just getting more likes; it's about using the right words to attract the kind of person who truly aligns with you. With their tips, you'll be better equipped to filter out mismatches and spark meaningful conversations that can lead to something real—maybe even your happily ever if you're currently on Hinge—or thinking about giving it a try—don't stress about crafting the perfect prompt. We've got you covered with expert-approved suggestions that take the pressure off and help you stand out. Keep reading to see which ones our pros recommend, and feel free to steal your favorite!Related: If you've never been on Hinge, it stands out from other dating apps because there's no endless swiping—instead, you like or comment directly on someone's photo or prompt to initiate real conversations and bonds. 'Hinge can be a great place to meet a partner because it is designed to foster true connections by presenting opportunities for users to share interesting things about themselves,' Cosgrove When it comes to writing a good Hinge prompt, our experts have a few tips you should keep in mind that can help you in your journey to finding love.'A good Hinge prompt teases out compatibility without sounding like a job interview,' Cooke shares. 'Consider going with something a little vulnerable, a little flirty, and ideally specific enough to encourage a proper reply, not just a fire emoji.'Related: Cosgrove agrees and adds, 'A successful Hinge prompt is one that invites opportunity to connect more than just giving information, as it invites users to engage in dialogue and should spark curiosity. It should also invite users to turn further toward one another and keep the conversation going!'So how do you do that? Our experts say the answer isn't as complicated as you might think. 'Keep your Hinge prompt answers real is the secret,' Mahanta states. 'You're already cool—just by being you. Authenticity is what truly stands out. So, let your answers be 100% you. That way, if things go well, you won't be stuck maintaining a version of yourself that doesn't feel real.'Aside from being authentic, Francis proposes that you use a prompt to also highlight one part of your personality traits. 'Use a Hinge prompt as an opportunity to showcase your sense of humor,' she proposes. 'Laughter is high on people's relationship wish list, so allow yourself to be whatever brand of funny you are in your profile.'Related: 1. The award I should be nominated for is… 2. Three emojis that describe my life are…3. A life goal of mine is...4. Most spontaneous thing I've done…5. The way to win me over is… 6. One thing you wouldn't know from looking at me is… 7. My best friend would say I'm…8. This year I really want to…9. The thing I am most proud of is...10. What I'm looking for from a partner is… This Hinge prompt has become one of the more popular ones to use. However, for some, it can seem intimidating or feel like a lot of pressure to come up with the perfect creative response. Though, according to our experts, the trick is to not overthink your answer. Instead, you want it to reveal to someone what it's really like to be in a relationship with you in a fun, but honest way.'By sharing more about yourself in your answer, possible matches will get the best sense of you before they make a connection, meaning that your connections will be based on more than superficial facts or a few photos,' Cosgrove notes. 'When you match with someone, you can feel secure in the fact that they have begun to learn about your life and personality and already want to see more!'In addition, Francis tells Parade, 'This prompt is inviting you to write a metaphor, a comparison using 'like,' about yourself, and just like in literature, when getting to know someone, the most compelling opening statements are both specific to your experience and relatable to others.'Related: She explains that your 'Dating me is like…' answers and can help you hit it off with someone who has the same quirks as you, a similar personality and lifestyle. 'Remember, what you write doesn't have to be relatable to everyone,' she reveals. 'Picking something niche is great because it will likely filter out people who you may not have something important in common with. Instead, choose something specific to set you apart and give others something to respond to.'Some examples are:11. Dating me is like a Taylor Swift album release—ever-evolving, fun, occasionally messy, and totally unforgettable.12. Dating me is like the stock market—unpredictable, thrilling, and full of ups and downs (but totally worth the ride).13. Dating me is like a treasure hunt—full of adventures, exciting, and worth every twist along the way.14. Dating me is like a lazy Sunday—full of cuddles, coffee, and conversations that last all day.15. Dating me is like your favorite meme—random, endless laughter and just the right amount of unhinged.16. Dating me is like a Disney movie—enchanting, slightly dramatic, and filled with over-the-top romantic gestures.17. Dating me is like a TikTok trend—unexpectedly hilarious, sometimes awkward, and always entertaining.18. Dating me is like buying your favorite cookie—sweet, guaranteed to bring a smile to your face and you'll wonder if I'm too good to be 19. An irrational fear of mine is…20. My perfect weekend consists of…21. My Roman empire is…22. My go-to party trick is...23. The best way to get my attention is...24. A random thing I know a lot about is… 25. A shower thought I recently had was...26. Tell me your cheesiest Dad joke…27. I'm the type of texter who... 28. The Muppet I most relate to is ____ because ____.29. My last Google search was…30. If I could be any animal, I'd be... 31. I won't shut up about…32. If I was on Survivor, I would thrive if the challenge was…33. I'll never stop quoting...34. My favorite way to waste time is…35. My superpower is...36. When in doubt, I always want to eat…Related: 37. Something that's non-negotiable for me… 38. My perfect first date is… 39. You should leave a comment if… 40. Ask me about my hot take on... 41. My therapist would say I'm… 42. I'll know we're a good match if... 43. If I could have dinner with any fictional character, it would be... 44. My typical Sunday looks like… 45. The best way to ask me out is by... 46. I'll never judge you for... 47. Something I'd like to try, but haven't yet is… 48. My pet peeves are… 49. One thing I know we will never fight about is… 50. Let's make sure we're on the same page about… 51. Good communication, to me, looks like... 52. All I ask is that you... Related: 'A common mistake men make when writing a Hinge prompt is focusing too much on looking cool or avoiding emotions, often sticking to a 'bro' mindset,' Mahanta tells Parade. 'But in reality, showing emotional depth and self-awareness can make them far more attractive—especially if they're looking to get more matches with women.' Below are some examples our experts say are good prompts for guys.53. I'll fall for you if… 54. One thing I'll never do again is… 55. People are surprised to learn that I... 56. I'm the type of texter who… 57. If I had to describe my love language, I would say it is… 58. One cause I am passionate about is… 59. The last time I cried happy tears was... 60. My happy place is... 61. The one thing I'd love to know about you is… 62. Don't hate me if… 63. One family tradition that is important to me is… 64. I'm overly competitive about… 65. A perfect night in includes… 'Women sometimes go overboard with too much information in their prompts,' Mahanta stresses. 'While their intentions are good, an overload of details can end up overwhelming or confusing the other person. The sweet spot? Keep it engaging, clear and just enough to spark curiosity.' A few examples of prompts that our experts suggest for girls are listed below. 66. First round is on me if... 67. I'll pick the topic if you start the conversation... 68. The dorkiest thing about me is... 69. A skill I want to learn is… 70. I know the best spot in town for… 71. My life is basically a rom-com if you count... 72. One thing on my bucket list is… 73. I'm known for… 74. The best way to win my heart is… 75. Which TV couple are we? Up Next:
Global News
07-05-2025
- Global News
Bedford vice-principal stabbed by student files lawsuit against security guard
A vice-principal stabbed by a 15-year-old student inside a Halifax high school is suing a school security guard, claiming the guard failed to follow proper search and de-escalation procedures before the attack. In a statement of claim filed April 28, vice-principal Wayne Rodgers alleges that on March 20, 2023, Ryan Cosgrove failed to complete a search of the student and his belongings after the security guard pulled a weapon from the student's school bag. At the time, all three people were in Rodgers's office at Charles P. Allen High School in suburban Bedford. According to an agreed statement of facts presented last year to a Nova Scotia youth court judge, Cosgrove left the office with a butterfly knife and called police, leaving Rodgers alone with the student in an office that was locked from the outside. Moments later, the student pulled a folding knife from his school bag and stabbed the vice-principal twice as he tried to escape. The boy fled the office and stabbed an administrative assistant in the back before he left the building and was arrested on school grounds. Story continues below advertisement He later pleaded guilty to two counts of aggravated assault and was sentenced to two years of probation. His identity is protected from publication under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Rodgers was stabbed in the upper back and lower chest, which caused air and blood to leak into his chest cavity, according to the lawsuit filed with the Nova Scotia Supreme Court. The lawsuit also alleges Cosgrove failed to recognize the student was getting agitated and aggressive. And the document says the security guard's decision to close the office's locked door left the vice-principal trapped with the assailant. 1:12 Teen behind Charles P. Allen High School stabbing in court for sentencing Attempts to reach Cosgrove for comment were unsuccessful. The lawsuit also names the Halifax Regional Centre for Education, alleging the education authority failed to properly train Cosgrove in search and seizure techniques or de-escalation procedures. As well, the lawsuit says the education authority is vicariously liable for the damages caused by the security guard, saying the centre was aware of the history of violence at the high school. Story continues below advertisement The authority was negligent for employing an improperly trained security guard and for failing to have any hiring or training policies for security guards, the lawsuit alleges. On another front, the lawsuit alleges the education authority failed to warn Rodgers about the student's 'propensity for violence.' The education authority issued a brief statement Tuesday saying it couldn't comment on the allegations because the case, which deals with a private matter with an employee on leave, is before the courts. Meanwhile, Rodgers continues to suffer from pain, discomfort and other limitations, as well as unspecified psychological injuries, the document says. The allegations in the statement of claim have yet to be tested in court.
