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  • Former Coach Kip Crofts Back in Jail for Violating Order

    Former Coach Kip Crofts Back in Jail for Violating Order

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    Veteran coach back in custody just one month after release on child sexual abuse charges

    Former Idaho high school football coach Kip Crofts was arrested again Tuesday evening on charges of violating a no contact order, marking his second arrest in just over a month as he awaits trial on felony sexual abuse charges.

    According to Canyon County jail records, the 59-year-old Crofts was booked into the Canyon County Detention Center at 6:16 p.m. on July 30, 2025, and remains in custody as of Wednesday morning.

    Background: Original Sexual Abuse Charges

    Crofts was first arrested on June 25, 2025, following a Canyon County grand jury indictment on charges of sexual abuse of a child under 16. Court documents revealed that Crofts was accused of masturbating in front of a 14-year-old student in December 2024 while he was employed as a physical education teacher and head football coach at Caldwell High School.

    The veteran coach, who had a 32-year career spanning multiple Idaho school districts, was released from custody on June 27 by court order and was scheduled for his next hearing on July 7. The felony charges carry a maximum penalty of up to 25 years in prison.

    Crofts had a 32-year coaching career across multiple Idaho school districts, including leading Meridian High School to a 5A state championship in 2007 and serving as an assistant coach during Bishop Kelly’s three consecutive 4A state championships from 2013-2015.

    Current Legal Status

    The nature of the no contact order violation that led to Tuesday’s arrest has not been disclosed. No contact orders are typically issued to prevent defendants from contacting alleged victims or witnesses in their cases.

    Crofts remains in the Canyon County Detention Center as of Wednesday morning. It is unclear whether he will be released again or if this violation will result in modified bail conditions for his pending sexual abuse case.

    The violation of his no contact order, coming just one month after his release, raises concerns about his compliance with court orders as he awaits trial on the original charges.

    This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available. Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to contact their local law enforcement agency.

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  • Veteran Idaho Football Coach Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Charges

    Veteran Idaho Football Coach Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Charges

    Kip Erik Crofts, 59, taken into custody by Nampa Police Department

    A longtime Idaho high school football coach with more than three decades of experience was arrested Wednesday on charges of sexual abuse of a child under 16, according to local reports.

    Kip Erik Crofts, 59, was taken into custody by the Nampa Police Department and is currently being held on charges related to the sexual abuse of a minor. Crofts had been coaching at Caldwell High School since 2023, according to a Facebook post from the Caldwell School District that welcomed him to the program.

    Extensive Coaching Background

    From Idaho Statesman

    Crofts built a notable coaching career spanning 32 years across multiple Idaho high schools, including several championship-winning programs:

    Meridian High School (2007-2012): Crofts led the Warriors to their most successful period, capturing a 5A state championship in 2007 with a perfect 12-0 record. This marked Meridian’s second state title in three years. However, the program struggled in his later years, finishing 1-8 in his final season before he resigned in December 2012.

    Bishop Kelly High School (2013-2015): After leaving Meridian, Crofts served as junior varsity defensive coordinator at Bishop Kelly, where he was part of the coaching staff during the Knights’ historic run of three consecutive 4A state championships from 2013-2015.

    Payette High School (2016-2021): Crofts took over a struggling Payette program that had endured decades of futility, including an infamous 80-game losing streak that ended in 1992. Under his leadership, the Pirates showed gradual improvement, achieving their first Snake River Valley Conference victory since 2014 during the 2020 season. Despite the challenges, Crofts called a key victory that season one of his “top-five moments in 32 years of coaching.”

    Caldwell High School (2023-present): Crofts joined the Caldwell program in 2023, according to district social media posts welcoming him to the school.

    Current Status Unclear

    As of Wednesday evening, Crofts remained listed on Caldwell High School’s staff directory, though it’s unclear whether he is currently serving as the team’s head coach. The Caldwell School District has not yet responded to requests for clarification about his employment status.

    Unconfirmed reports circulating on social media suggest Crofts may have been placed on administrative leave from Caldwell High School prior to his arrest due to alleged inappropriate behavior within the school, though these claims have not been officially verified by school district officials.

    Investigation Ongoing

    The Nampa Police Department has not released additional details about the investigation or the specific circumstances surrounding the charges. This remains a developing story as authorities continue their investigation.

    The arrest represents a stunning fall for a coach who had been a fixture in Idaho high school football for more than three decades, working with student-athletes across multiple school districts in the Treasure Valley region.

    This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.