It seems like one "soccer mom" has come a long way from the traditional stereotype. A Montogomery County mom was found guilty of stealing almost $80,000 from her son's soccer league.
A Bucks County Courier Times article by Margaret Gibbons reported that a mom -- literally a "soccer mom," -- sat as the treasurer of the Valley Youth Soccer League when she used the leagues funds for online purchases and one slightly expensive purchase in Disney World.
The mom claimed in court that she was only "reimbursing" herself for expenditures that she made on the club's behalf. However, the courts did not think so, Maryann Grant was found guilty of two felony theft charges.
While the judge is waiting on Grant's background check before sentencing, the charges and amount of money taken warrant some jail time.
So next time you're driving behind a mini-van with a bunch of kids, or pass by a "soccer mom" at the grocery store, just think -- she could be the next felon you know.
-Shannon Simcox
