In addition, under Goldsmith's tenure, Duke's football program was ordered to pay walk-on kicker, Heather Sue Mercer, $2,000,001 in nominal and punitive damages for its discriminatory treatment of her during her time on the team. A federal jury found that Mercer was afforded less of an opportunity to practice and compete than other 'similarly situated' players (other walk-on kickers).
In addition, under Goldsmith's leadership, Duke's football program was ordered to pay Heather Sue Mercer $2,000,001 in damages for her discriminatory treatment as a walk-on kicker. The jury found that she had less practice and competition time compared to other 'similarly situated' players (other walk-on kickers).