USA Gymnastics needs a ”complete cultural change” to better protect athletes from sexual abuse, according to an independent review of the embattled organization’s practices.
The report released Tuesday by former federal prosecutor Deborah Daniels recommends that all USA Gymnastics members be required to immediately report suspected sexual misconduct to legal authorities and the U.S. Center for SafeSport. Daniels also suggested that USA Gymnastics prohibit adults from being alone with minor gymnasts ”at all times” and bar unrelated adults from sharing or being alone in a sleeping room with gymnasts. She also recommended preventing adult members from having ”out of program” contact with gymnasts through email, text or social media.