Alright, USA Swimming.
Yes, you should apologize. Step up the protection of
our youth and ban these idiots who think they can
get their jollies out on the youth of America.
Do not become like the catholic church and try to sweep
this BS under the rug. Take charge and accept the problems
and DEAL WITH IT!
Parents
Former Member
This type of behavior was going on when I swam in the late 60's, and early 70's. It was a good old boy network that protected itself. Well that is over. I agree with just about everyone. Clubs need to take responsibility for who they hire. Parents, and swimmers need to report. The screening is useless, if the offender has never been reported. Parents need to be aware, and swimmers need to take responsibility, and talk. I always felt this was much more prevalent in the college ranks. Heck, how many college coaches have married their swimmers? I do however think that the idiot usa rep on 20/20 should be gone. He came off as smug and arrogant. Not exactly the image we want right now. This is the greatest sport, and good riddance to those that tarnished it.
This type of behavior was going on when I swam in the late 60's, and early 70's. It was a good old boy network that protected itself. Well that is over. I agree with just about everyone. Clubs need to take responsibility for who they hire. Parents, and swimmers need to report. The screening is useless, if the offender has never been reported. Parents need to be aware, and swimmers need to take responsibility, and talk. I always felt this was much more prevalent in the college ranks. Heck, how many college coaches have married their swimmers? I do however think that the idiot usa rep on 20/20 should be gone. He came off as smug and arrogant. Not exactly the image we want right now. This is the greatest sport, and good riddance to those that tarnished it.
