The Foundation for Global Sports Development delivers and supports initiatives that promote fair play, education, and the benefits of abuse-free sport for youth.
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SafeSport CEO Shellie Pfohl will step down at year’s end
SafeSport CEO Shellie Pfohl will step down at year’s endThe CEO of the U.S. Center for SafeSport is stepping down, just as the center, the U.S. Olympic Committee and its sports national governing bodies are coming under heavy criticism for not doing enough to protect athletes. Shellie Pfohl, who has been head of SafeSport since November 2016, four months before the center opened its doors, notified the center’s board on Dec. 7 that she intended to step down. She will remain through the end of the year. Her initial contract was supposed to run through the end of 2019. The center announced Regis Becker, a member of its board of directors, will serve as interim CEO. The organization expects to name a permanent CEO early next year. Pfohl’s departure comes two weeks after a USA TODAY investigation (http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/olympics/2018/12/26/sex-abuse-scandalhighlights-usocs-long-standing-faults/2380724002/) found there is little to no enforcement of sanctions for sexual misconduct. USA TODAY found six coaches who had continued to coach despite being permanently banned. Of the 40 governing bodies who responded to a USA TODAY survey, only 17 said they can punish clubs or members that ignore the bans.
Rachel Axon and Nancy Armour | December 28, 2018
Download View in BrowserThe Foundation for Global Sports Development delivers and supports initiatives that promote fair play, education, and the benefits of abuse-free sport for youth.
White Law PLLC was founded to provide more personalized representation to clients facing legal dilemmas. Whether you have an issue that is complex or relatively straightforward, any legal matter can have a significant impact on your life. Our team of experienced lawyers based in Okemos, Michigan, strive to deliver outstanding legal services that exceed your expectations. We utilize our extensive legal knowledge and the latest in technology to bring you effective and proven solutions to your legal issues.