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
There have been some comments here that seem to try to absolve USA Swimming of responsibility. While I think the ultimate responsibililty is local, to the extent that USA swimming certifies coaches and endorses local teams they share in the liability. I'm not an attourney and that much is obvious to me.
Any organization that has capable risk management should identify this as well. And while this puts USAS in a very difficult position in terms of enforcement, they still have to have clear expectations of conduct. And when an accusation gets dumped in their lap, they have to respond in a fashion that assures safety.
There have been some comments here that seem to try to absolve USA Swimming of responsibility. While I think the ultimate responsibililty is local, to the extent that USA swimming certifies coaches and endorses local teams they share in the liability. I'm not an attourney and that much is obvious to me.
Any organization that has capable risk management should identify this as well. And while this puts USAS in a very difficult position in terms of enforcement, they still have to have clear expectations of conduct. And when an accusation gets dumped in their lap, they have to respond in a fashion that assures safety.
