Larry Nassar
Coverage of Larry Nassar in the Nexus archive.
- What Parents Need to Know About Sexual Abuse in Youth Sports
Youth sports organizations have struggled to protect children from sexual predators, prompting calls for better information for parents. The U.S. Center for SafeSport was set up by Congress in 2018 to investigate allegations of abuse at all levels of sport. This organization can issue sanctions, including temporary or permanent bans, and maintains a public database listing suspended coaches.
- Gymnast speaks out about alleged abuse by coach years after Larry Nassar scandal
A gymnast has come forward alleging abuse by a coach years after the Larry Nassar scandal. The gymnast claims warnings about the coach's behavior were ignored. USA Gymnastics was previously rocked by the scandal of Larry Nassar, a doctor who pleaded guilty to molesting multiple young gymnasts.
- Gymnast says coach sexually abused her despite USA Gymnastics' vow to change: "It happened again"
USA Gymnastics faced a new accusation of sexual abuse despite vows to change after the Larry Nassar scandal. Finley Weldon accused her former coach of sexually abusing her during training. The incident raises concerns about the organization's ability to prevent abuse.