The New York Times – Sports:
Vera Pauw was accused of body-shaming players while coaching in the National Women’s Soccer League. Sinead Farrelly helped expose abuse in that league. The two are now working together on Team Ireland.
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N.W.S.L. Bans Ex-Coaches and Fines Teams After Misconduct Report
The New York Times – Sports:
Findings released in December revealed a number of issues throughout the league, including several instances of sexual and emotional abuse.
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Mana Shim Will Lead US Soccer Task Force on Abuse Reforms
The New York Times – Sports:
Mana Shim’s revelations of sexual abuse by her coach helped drive a reckoning in women’s soccer. Her new job at U.S. Soccer should position her to direct change from inside the federation.
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U.S. Curling Chief Resigns in Furor Over Handling of Past Abuse Complaints
The New York Times – Sports:
Jeff Plush, the chief executive of curling’s national federation, stepped down after athletes complained about his role in failing to address abuse in women’s soccer when he worked there.
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Abuse in Women’s Soccer Left Players With Nowhere To Turn
The New York Times – Sports:
A report on dysfunction in women’s soccer showed that abuse of players in the National Women’s Soccer League was “an open secret.” Players had nowhere to turn.
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Portland Thorns Owner Steps Aside as U.S. Soccer Star Calls for Change
The New York Times – Sports:
Becky Sauerbrunn said any official found to have failed to protect players “should be gone.” As she spoke, the owner of her club, the Portland Thorns, said he would leave the team temporarily.
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6 Takeaways From the Report on Sexual Misconduct in Women’s Soccer
The New York Times – Sports:
The report focused on three coaches who have been accused of abuse and the lack of action by leaders at U.S. Soccer and the National Women’s Soccer League.