AAC needs to put out a very strong, victim-focused statement and institute measures that go well beyond obligation, both for optics and for actual training. Curl-Burke rebranded before social media really was what it is now (2012), even with all the same old coaches there into one of the most competitive and largest clubs in the nation (including a robust Burke location). As someone whose son trains at NCAP-Burke, I never leave my child there alone or let him be anywhere near where the coaches are when he is alone. Never. And, from what I’ve seen, NCAP-Burke has implemented stronger measures than those required by SafeSport. AAC needs to carefully craft a response and put positive steps into action. Yes, yes, I know this is different than NCAP/Curl-Burke by a million miles, but this was the AAC President and they need to give assurances, backed by action, and a supportive statement for all victims, know or unknown. (If they have already done this and I missed it, my heartfelt apologies and applause for AAC.) Now is the time for transparent leadership and a clear-cut action plan. |
There’s a special place in hell for people like him. |
Agree |
172,707 images of child sexual abuse material?!?! 20 years isn’t enough. |
NCAP rebranded. But what really else was done? |
That's nonsense. Of course they know who is chaperoning trips. Every volunteer has to pass a background check. This thread is about a sick, evil man who seemingly passed undetected by all who encountered him....family, co-workers, neighbors, friends. Your commentary is unrelated and you sound unhinged. |
AAC put out a statement. This garbage human was not the current Booster president. None of the charges are related to the club or swimmers. I hope he rots. |