National Women’s Soccer League partners with players union to look into abuse allegations
The National Women’s Soccer League has agreed to partner with the Players Association to investigate any instances of inappropriate conduct in the wake of misconduct allegations involving former North Carolina Courage coach Paul Riley, the players’ association said on Friday.
The objective of the investigation is to develop evidence-based practices that will “transform the NWSL into [a league] where player safety is at the forefront,” the players’ association said.
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