Skip to content

Following the "turn" controversy, the ex-coach of Simone Biles makes a strong debut.

Scandal fallout: Previous coach of Biles causes stir in aftermath

Former Biles Coach Amid Controversy Gains Momentum in New Venture - Following the "turn" controversy, the ex-coach of Simone Biles makes a strong debut.

Let's dive right in! Aimee Boorman, former coach of the magnificent Simone Biles, has stepped into the fray at the heated Stuttgart Artistic Gymnastics Forum with zest and a touch of intrigue. When grilled about the ongoing sexual abuse scandal in the Swabian gymnastics capital, Boorman chimed, "I'm clueless about this mess." Her mission is clear: nurture the athletes and prep them for competition, she shared. This 51-year-old maven chiefly focuses on German prospect Helen Kevric and her squad. Time spent in Stuttgart commenced early March and is currently slated to last five months.

The Stuttgart gymnastics establishment has recently come under fire for appalling conduct, including alleged harm inflicted on both past and present gymnasts. Critics cry foul play, citing "systemic physical and mental abuse" and wretched conditions. Two culprits have since been suspended. A former coach faces suspicion of coercion in multiple instances, with the Baden-Württemberg State Criminal Police Office investigating.

The delicate matter is still under the scrutiny of both the Baden-Württemberg Gymnastics Federation and the German Gymnastics Federation. A firm from Frankfurt am Main was roped in to assist were onboarded mid-January. The Baden-Württemberg state sports association also plans to assemble an autonomous expert committee. The hold on state funding could soon be lifted.

The performances of Kevric, considered a shining light in Germany's gymnastics scene, may not be featured at the DTB Cup in Stuttgart from March 27 to 30. Her potential participation in the home European Championships in Leipzig from May 26 to May 31 remains uncertain.

At first, athletes approached Boorman with shyness; however, Warms relations are developing as they open up and laugh together.

Now, you got a handle on the situation, bub!

The Commission has also taken steps to implement its proposals regarding the Stuttgart Artistic Gymnastics Forum, given the allegations of abuse and the need for reform. For instance, gymnast Aimee Boorman, who coached Simone Biles, has joined the forum, focusing on nurturing German gymnast Helen Kevric. Yet, Boorman's presence is set against the backdrop of ongoing investigations, with the Baden-Württemberg State Criminal Police Office probing a former coach on coercion charges. The situation seems to be a delicate but transformative phase for the Württemberg gymnastics hub, aiming for a lovely comeback.

Read also:

Latest