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Marianna High school track coach faces sexual battery charges

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MARIANNA, Fla. (WTXL) - The Marianna High School track coach is facing sexual battery charges after an investigation into a possible four-month-long relationship with a 16-year-old student.

Jackson County deputies say 23-year-old Te'Quayis Lavonte Brigham aknowledged his involvement with the student but denied having a "secret" relationship.

Investigators say they learned the two had several sexual interactions, one during an out-of-town track meet, others possibly at the school.

Brigham is waiting his first appearance.