Sources close to the program told the Chicago Tribune that Foster would direct expletive-laced tirades at his staff and pressured players to return early from injury or risk losing their spots in the lineup.
"Nothing will ever be more important to Northwestern than providing its students a place that allows them to develop in the classroom, in the community, and in competition at the absolute highest level, and building a culture which allows our staff to thrive," the statement reads. "This has been an ongoing situation and many factors were considered before reaching this resolution.
Foster's dismissal arrives three days after Northwestern fired football coach Pat Fitzgerald amid a bullying scandal. found current and former players, alumni and people close to the baseball program accused Foster of problematic behavior dating back to last fall, when the first-year coach joined the program.
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