Eddie’s Recent Stories
World Jan 22
Doping agency forgives Russia, but says more work neededThe World Anti-Doping Agency agreed to keep Russia's anti-doping operation in business after receiving much-sought-after lab data that could be used to prosecute hundreds of cheaters. But the decision came with a warning: Fool us again, and we can bar…
Nation Dec 20
House panel finds U.S. Olympic officials valued image over safety amid sex abuseThe report acknowledges the changes that have come since Nassar's crimes were exposed. But it criticizes the lack of conformity among the organizations, noting some didn't use background checks or publish banned lists.
Nation Dec 10
U.S. Olympic Committee fires official over his silence in Larry Nassar caseAn independent report released Monday that said neither Alan Ashley nor former CEO Scott Blackmun elevated concerns about the Larry Nassar sexual abuse allegations when they were first reported to them.
Nation Nov 09
Government Olympic funds not usable for sex abuse probesAccording to the rules of the Justice Department grant awarded last month, it must all be directed toward prevention and education programs, and for auditing national governing bodies' work in sex-abuse prevention.
Nation Nov 05
U.S. Olympic committee moves to shut down USA Gymnastics after Nassar sexual abuse scandalUSOC CEO Sarah Hirshland said that the challenges facing USA Gymnastics are more than it is capable of overcoming.
World Jul 12
Player-coach bond may have saved lives in Thai cave ordealUnsure of their prospects for more than two weeks while they awaited rescue, the kids and their coach found themselves in a life-and-death struggle that placed an acute focus on the value of teamwork, positive attitude and strong leadership.
Nation May 23
WATCH: Lawmakers: Funding, urgency lacking in Olympic sexual abuse crisisOfficials from several Olympic sports will testify in a House subcommittee hearing scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. ET today. Watch their remarks here.
