IOC to Consult With Athletes’ Commission on Protests, Expression at Olympics
In a statement Wednesday, the IOC said it plans to consult with its Athletes’ Commission on how Olympians can “express themselves,” however.
IOC Will Still Outlaw & Punish Podium Protests In Tokyo
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) will stand by its policies banning protests during medal ceremonies at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
USOPC Creates Athlete Group to Examine Policies – Including Right to Protest
The USOPC’s actions come days after CEO Sarah Hirshland apologized to thrower Gwen Berry for the organization’s handling of her demonstration at 2019 Pan Ams.
Thrower Who Demonstrated at Pan Ams on New IOC Rules: ‘It is a Form of Control’
Gwen Barry, who raised her fist on the podium at Pan Ams last summer, responded to the IOC’s new guidelines surrounding Rule 50.
USOC Files to Decertify USA Gymnastics as Sport’s Governing Body
The USOC has filed an initial complaint to remove USA Gymnastics as the sport’s national governing body.
Amid Criticism, USA Gymnastics Interim CEO Steps Down After Five Days
USA Gymnastics CEO Mary Bono stepped down today amid heavy criticism from athletes, just five days after she was named CEO of the gymnastics federation.
Anthony Ervin Kneels for National Anthem at Raia Rapida
Anthony Ervin knelt for the national anthem at Sunday’s 2017 Raia Rapida meet in Brazil.
