Gymnastics

Michigan State Gets $4.5 Million Fine Over Nassar Abuse

"Too many people in power knew," Betsy DeVos said

By Katie Reilly September 5, 2019

Simone Biles Addresses Her Brother's Murder Charges

Simone Biles addressed her brother's murder charges in a short statement, saying her "heart aches for everyone involved."

By Jasmine Aguilera September 3, 2019

Simone Biles's Brother Charged With Murder in Shooting That Left 3 Dead at AirBnb

The brother of Olympic gymnast Simone Biles has been arrested and charged with murder for a shooting at a Cleveland AirBnb that left three people dead. Tevin Biles-Thomas, 24, faces several charges, including multiple counts...

By Mahita Gajanan August 30, 2019

An Early Survivor of Larry Nassar’s Abuse Speaks Out For the First Time

Olympic gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar molested hundreds of athletes throughout his career. Now the woman who may have been his first victim reveals how a domineering coach created a climate of fear that enabled sexual abuse

By Abigail Pesta July 18, 2019

Can Anyone Save the Scandal-Plagued USA Gymnastics? Li Li Leung Is Determined to Try

There are thankless jobs, and then there is Li Li Leung's job. As the new president and CEO of USA Gymnastics (USAG), Leung oversees an organization that is struggling to justify its existence. After major...

By Alice Park June 13, 2019

USA Gymnastics Bankruptcy Will Delay Search for Truth

Facing multiple lawsuits about its response to sexual abuse allegations made by hundreds of gymnasts, USA Gymnastics filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The abuse survivors say it’s the latest tactic to avoid the truth

By Alice Park December 6, 2018

Ron Galimore, USA Gymnastics COO Tied to Sexual Abuse Scandal, Resigns

As USA Gymnastics faces decertification, its chief operating officer resigns

By Alice Park November 16, 2018

USOC Takes First Step Toward Revoking USA Gymnastics

The U.S. Olympic Committee filed a complaint that could lead to stripping USA Gymnastics of its authority as national governing body for gymnastics in the U.S.

By Alice Park November 5, 2018

Abuse Survivors Call for Leadership Change at USA Gymnastics

The U.S. women’s gymnastics team enters the world championships in Doha, Qatar, this month as the defending team champions. American women have dominated the top of the podium at the last three championships, and five-time...

By Alice Park October 29, 2018

Mary Bono Resigns as Interim CEO of USA Gymnastics After Just 4 Days on the Job

"That one tweet has now been made the litmus test of my reputation over almost two decades of public service."

By Gina Martinez October 16, 2018

Raisman Criticizes New USA Gymnastics Head

"Why hire someone associated with the firm that helped cover up our abuse?"

By Mahita Gajanan October 15, 2018

USA Gymnastics Head Resigns Amid Pressure

Perry resigned from the sport’s national governing body after nine months

By Alice Park September 4, 2018

'I Stand With Them.' Simone Biles Wears Teal Leotard in Solidarity With Gymnasts Abused by Larry Nassar

As she become the first woman to win five national all-around titles

By Jennifer Calfas August 20, 2018

Olympic Gymnasts Kyla Ross and Madison Kocian Say They Were Sexually Abused by Larry Nassar

Kyla Ross' accusation means that every member of the 2012 "Fierce Five" was abused by Nassar

By Alice Park August 16, 2018

Gymnast Who Was Abused by Larry Nassar Says MSU Must Do More Than Pay $500 Million. It Must Change

"No amount of money can ever change what we had to go through"

By Alice Park May 18, 2018

McKayla Maroney Says She Reported Larry Nassar Sex Abuse to Coach in 2011 – and Nothing Happened

The abuse continued until she left gymnastics in 2016

By Alice Park April 22, 2018

'Larry Was a Monster.' Gymnast McKayla Maroney Speaks for the First Time About Sexual Abuse by Team Doctor

Olympic gymnast McKayla Maroney spoke in person for the first time about abuse she experienced by gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar

By Alice Park April 17, 2018

Father Tries to Attack Nassar in Court

He asked the judge to "grant me 5 minutes in a locked room with this demon"

By Katie Reilly February 2, 2018

First Larry Nassar Accuser Says Going Public Cost Her Friends, Her Church and 'Every Shred of Privacy'

She said she chose 'to find and speak the truth, no matter what it cost.'

By Samantha Cooney January 26, 2018

Olympic Committee Asks USA Gymnastics Board to Resign

In an email to USA Gymnastics leadership, the US Olympic Committee (USOC) laid out conditions the organization needed to follow in order to remain the national governing body for gymnastics

By Alice Park January 26, 2018

The Women Who Were Abused By Larry Nassar Aren’t Done Sharing Their Stories

They want to put "the shame and blame back where it belongs"

By Alice Park January 25, 2018

Aly Raisman Vows to Fight Larry Nassar's Enablers

"This is just the beginning for us"

By Alice Park January 25, 2018

'These Girls Grew Up to Be Strong Women Who Destroyed His World.' Gymnasts React to Larry Nassar Sentencing

Larry Nassar sexual abuse victims express relief but still want others who supported Nassar to be held accountable

By Alice Park and Sarah Begley January 24, 2018

Olympic Medalist Shawn Johnson Says USA Gymnastics Has Failed Their Athletes

The 2008 Olympian posted an emotional video expressing support for her teammates and gymnasts who were abused by Larry Nassar, and strong criticism of USA Gymnastics

By Alice Park January 23, 2018

USA Gymnastics Board Members Resign

Just days after powerful testimony from some of Nassar's victims

By Alice Park January 22, 2018

Michigan State Won't Fire President Amid Criticisms Over Nassar Abuse

Students and state lawmakers have called on the president to resign

By Katie Reilly January 19, 2018

The Internet Has Arrived to Support Aly Raisman's Testimony

"You are my hero"

By Raisa Bruner January 19, 2018

Olympian Aly Raisman Confronts Larry Nassar in Court

She is one of many women confronting him at his trial

By Alice Park January 19, 2018

Olympic Gymnast Jordyn Wieber Says She Was Also Abused by Team Doctor

Wieber is the fourth member of the 2012 Fierce Five to accuse the national team doctor of sexual abuse

By Alice Park January 19, 2018

'I Thought I Was Going to Die': Read McKayla Maroney's Full Victim Impact Statement in Larry Nassar Trial

The Olympian said the abuse started when she was 13 or 14

By Abigail Abrams January 18, 2018

Why It’s a Big Deal That USA Gymnastics Is Cutting Ties With the Karolyi Ranch

Since the 1990s, the Karolyi ranch has been synonymous with USA Gymnastics, and the gold-medal winning women’s teams that have trained there. Now the organization will no longer bring gymnasts there

By Alice Park January 18, 2018

McKayla Maroney Won't Be Fined for Speaking Out About Sexual Abuse, USA Gymnastics Says

Maroney had signed a non-disclosure agreement

By Alice Park January 17, 2018

Simone Biles Says She Was Sexually Abused by Doctor

In a tweet, Biles says she was also abused by national team doctor Larry Nassar

By Alice Park January 15, 2018

Another Gymnast Says She Was Abused by Larry Nassar

Maggie Nichols says Larry Nassar started to sexually abuse her when she was 15

By Alice Park January 9, 2018

USA Gymnastics Paid McKayla Maroney to Keep Quiet About Alleged Sexual Abuse, Lawsuit Alleges

In a law suit filed on Wednesday in Los Angeles, Olympic gymnast McKayla Maroney says she signed a confidentiality agreement with USA Gymnastics

By Alice Park December 20, 2017

Gabby Douglas Says Team Doctor Abused Her

In an Instagram post, Douglas addressed victim-shaming and recent sexual abuse reports by her teammates

By Alice Park November 21, 2017

Aly Raisman Opens Up About Sexual Abuse

On Jan. 24, 2018, Larry Nassar was sentenced in Michigan state court to 40 years to 175 years in prison on criminal sexual conduct charges. He is also serving a federal sentence of 60 years...

By Alice Park November 13, 2017

Olympic Gymnast Aly Raisman Reveals Abuse by Team Doctor

Raisman disclosed the abuse in an interview scheduled to air Sunday on CBS’ 60 Minutes

By Alice Park November 10, 2017

Who Is Larry Nassar, the Former USA Gymnastics Doctor Aly Raisman Accuses of Sexual Abuse?

The Michigan osteopath pled guilty to federal child pornography charges and is facing dozens of lawsuits from athletes who say he abused them under the guise of medical treatment

By Alice Park October 18, 2017

Here's How Simone Biles Silenced a Troll Who Said She Was 'Partying Non-Stop'

Simone Biles just nailed the art of the comeback like she nails a twisting somersault. On Saturday the charismatic gold medal collector shared a selfie in Hawaii where she was on vacation with the caption:...

By Ashley Hoffman July 10, 2017

Exclusive: Olympic Gymnast Aly Raisman Is Turning Her Private Journals Into a Memoir

The book, aimed at young readers, is called 'Fierce: How Competing for Myself Changed Everything'

By Sarah Begley June 26, 2017

Watch This Viral Gymnast Slay the Competition to the Tune of Beyoncé Hits

She performed to a medley of Formation, Partition, and Single Ladies

By Cady Lang March 6, 2017

Former U.S. Gymnasts Say They Were Sexually Abused

The three women are the most prominent gymnasts to accuse Nassar of abuse

By Alice Park February 19, 2017

Rio Bids a Golden Farewell

From Fiji's triumph to a rare act of kindness, these moments made Rio

By Alice Park/Rio de Janeiro August 21, 2016

Four Golds for Simone Biles

Aly Raisman takes silver in floor exercise, giving the U.S. women nine medals at the 2016 Olympics

By Alice Park/Rio de Janeiro August 16, 2016

The Confidence-Boosting Mental Tricks of an Olympic Gymnast

It's all about breathing and posture

By Amanda MacMillan / Health.com August 16, 2016

Simone Biles Is Back

Jade Carey Wins Gold in Gymnastics Floor at Tokyo Olympics

This Is Who Will Replace Simone Biles in the Olympic Gymnastics All-Around Final

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