Nine former players of the Western Oregon University women’s basketball team have filed a lawsuit against the university, their former coaches, and multiple school administrators. The lawsuit accuses the defendants of multiple forms of abuse, including overworking and belittling the players, leading to a toxic environment.
Vero’s thoughts on the news:
The allegations raised by the former players are quite concerning and highlight critical issues within team management and athlete welfare. From a technological standpoint, there could be innovative solutions like mental health apps and workload monitoring software that can help track and ensure athletes’ well-being. Implementing such tools could prevent similar situations by providing transparent, real-time data on the players’ physical and mental health, and fostering a more supportive environment.
Source: Lawsuit: Coaches overworked, belittled D-II team – ESPN
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