Scott Marino, a longtime educator and basketball coach in Massachusetts, is leaving Malden Public Schools following his arrest on serious sexual misconduct allegations involving a Malden High School student.
Authorities confirmed that Marino was taken into custody and faces multiple criminal charges as the legal process moves forward.
The case has drawn significant attention in the Malden community, where Marino worked as both a teacher and athletic coach for many years.
According to law enforcement and school officials, the allegations involve an 18-year-old student known to Marino. The reported incident allegedly occurred on February 18 in Stoneham, outside of regular school working hours.
Marino is charged with two felony counts related to sexual misconduct, one count of indecent assault and battery involving a person aged 14 or older, and a misdemeanor charge connected to providing alcohol to a person under 21. Middlesex District Attorney Marian T. Ryan confirmed the arrest and said the investigation remains ongoing.
The educator was scheduled to appear for arraignment in Woburn District Court. Online court records have not listed legal representation for Marino.
At the time of the investigation, Marino worked as a seventh-grade mathematics teacher at Linden STEAM Academy and served as head coach of the girls’ varsity basketball team at Malden High School.
Superintendent Timothy Sippel stated that Marino was placed on administrative leave once the district became aware of the investigation.
Officials have not publicly confirmed whether Marino’s employment formally ended, but reports indicate that he is leaving the school system as the case proceeds.
District leadership released a statement emphasizing cooperation with law enforcement agencies. The statement also acknowledged the emotional impact the allegations have had on students, parents, and staff members.
“I understand how upsetting and distressing this is to our community given the serious nature of these allegations,” the statement said. School officials reiterated that protecting students and employees remains the district’s highest priority.
Marino built a long career in basketball coaching before working in Malden. He coached boys’ varsity basketball for approximately 20 years across prep schools, Catholic schools, public high schools, and collegiate programs.
His coaching experience included positions at several institutions, such as Stoneham High School, Belmont High School, Pope John XXIII High School, and Suffolk University.
Marino served as head coach of the Malden High School girls’ varsity basketball team for eight years.
Beyond coaching, he also participated in community athletic development programs, including middle school girls’ basketball committees and local travel basketball initiatives.
Online coaching profiles indicate that Marino was involved in governance and athletic programming at Linden STEAM Academy, helping support youth basketball development within the school community.
Marino is a graduate of Suffolk University, where he completed a double major in marketing and finance and earned a minor in history, and also played for the men’s basketball team.
After completing his undergraduate studies, he pursued graduate education and obtained a Master of Education degree from Cambridge College. His academic training helped support his career in teaching mathematics and coaching student athletes.
In a December 2017 profile published in the Malden High School student newspaper The Blue and Gold, Marino spoke about his lifelong connection to basketball.
He said his passion for the sport began when he was around 10 years old and that he dreamed of becoming a coach by age 16. Marino described coaching as a way to help student athletes develop discipline, confidence, and teamwork.
“I find it very gratifying to watch the development of student athletes,” Marino said in the profile. He emphasized helping players achieve personal and team goals while maintaining accountability both on and off the court.
Marino also spoke about building what he called a “winning attitude” by encouraging players to focus on improvement, defensive rebounding, and transition defense. He said success was not solely measured by victories but also by character development and consistent effort.
The allegations have shocked many people connected to the Malden basketball program. A former player who spent four years on the girls’ varsity team under Marino said she was surprised by the news and had viewed him as a mentor during her time on the team.
Some neighbors reported seeing media crews near Marino’s Stoneham residence, where he reportedly lived with his wife.
As of the latest reports, Marino does not have a publicly listed attorney. The criminal investigation remains active, and authorities continue collecting evidence.
Malden Public Schools officials said they are cooperating fully with investigators while focusing on maintaining safety and stability for students and staff members.
The case continues to develop as Marino prepares to face court proceedings. Community members and school families remain concerned about the outcome of the investigation and its impact on the school district.
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