University of Utah gymnastics coach Tom Farden did not engage in
outside reviewThe report, which was released publicly Thursday, was conducted after several former gymnasts and parents alleged emotional abuse from Farden that was. The alleged abuse was reported to university administrators and campus victim advocates before the campus hired Kansas City-based law firm Husch Blackwell to investigate the numerous allegations.
Still, the university found need to put checks in place to ensure gymnasts are in an environment where they can feel physical and emotional safe. As a result of the investigation into Farden and the gymnastics program, the University of Utah said it will implement five recommendations from Husch Blackwell, which are as follows:
Ensuring that all prospective and enrolled student-athletes understand the terms of their athletics scholarships. Considering whether to replace the gymnastics scholarship formula, which guarantees one year of financial support to annual renewals.
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