Australian Boxing Coach Exits Paris 2024 Over Sexual Misconduct Scandal
April 18, 2024Australian national boxing coach Jamie Pittman has withdrawn from the 2024 Paris Olympics due to admitted sexual misconduct.
Pittman's behavior included 11 offenses over three trips and was deemed 'shocking' and 'inappropriate' by the National Sports Tribunal.
The tribunal has issued a six-month suspension and mandated written apologies and a training course on respectful conduct.
Pittman has apologized to the affected athletes and has sought assistance to change his behavior.
He has also stepped down from the Australian Olympic Committee's Indigenous Advisory Committee.
Pittman acknowledges the risk of losing his job due to the tribunal's findings.
Summary based on 6 sources
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The Guardian • Apr 17, 2024
Boxing Australia head coach Jamie Pittman admits sexual misconductThe Sydney Morning Herald • Apr 17, 2024
Boxing coach quits Olympics over sexual misconduct claimsThe Age • Apr 17, 2024
Boxing coach quits Olympics over sexual misconduct claimsGround News • Apr 17, 2024
Australia boxing coach withdraws from Paris Games over sexual misconduct