Police are investigating the Rogers High School boys basketball team after an alleged hazing incident surfaced this week, pulling current players and school officials into an unfolding probe. For now, investigators are keeping things close to the vest, with no names, charges, or specific allegations released while they sort out what happened.
According to FOX 9, a video posted March 18 reported that police are looking into an alleged hazing incident tied to the Rogers boys' basketball program. The segment noted that officials have not gone public with details about the conduct at issue or said whether any students have been disciplined. Local law enforcement and school leaders have offered only limited comment so far, the station reported.
School response and where it happened
The official site for Rogers Public Schools did not feature a formal press release on the investigation when the FOX 9 report aired, although the district does operate an anonymous reporting tool for student concerns. The Minnesota Department of Education directory lists Rogers Senior High’s contact and administrative information. District online resources point families toward counseling, reporting options, and other supports while the investigation plays out.
What the law and league say
Minnesota law defines “hazing” as conduct that “creates a substantial risk of harm” when used to initiate or affiliate a student with a group, and it requires school boards to adopt written anti-hazing policies, under Minn. Stat. 121A.69. The MSHSL handbook also bans hazing in any activities it oversees and states that the League will investigate complaints and impose penalties when rules are broken. In practice, that means schools and the League can pursue their own disciplinary steps even while police or prosecutors consider potential criminal cases.
What happens next
Cases like this typically involve interviews with students, review of messages or video, and coordination between school administrators and police. If investigators substantiate misconduct, possible consequences for students can include school discipline and League eligibility penalties, with any criminal charges left to county prosecutors. Timelines vary, and districts usually notify families once formal findings or sanctions are in place.
How to report or get support
Students or families who have information can use Rogers Public Schools' anonymous reporting tool or contact school counselors to raise concerns. The district’s website outlines reporting options, and the Minnesota Department of Education directory provides phone and address details for parents seeking updates. Anyone who believes a crime may have occurred is encouraged to contact local law enforcement and share information with investigators handling the case.
This story will be updated as officials release more information. For now, the priority remains student safety while investigators do their work.
