Athletics Australia has apologised to athletes impacted by the alleged predatory behaviour of former Olympic pole vault coach Alex Parnov.
alleges Parnov, 65, preyed on some of Australia’s young female athletes, and his inappropriate behaviour was kept secret by the West Australian Institute of Sport for more than a decade.
The report alleges the Russian-born Parnov groomed, propositioned, sexually harassed and inappropriately touched multiple young female athletes in his care. Olympic gold medallist and world champion pole vaulter Nina Kennedy, who allegedly endured inappropriate behaviour from Parnov over a period of several years, was one of a number of women who detailed their concerns about Parnov, who allegedly kissed female athletes on the lips without consent, slid his hand up their legs, booked single hotel rooms on away trips and invited athletes to his room while wearing only a towel, according toParnov was investigated by the WAIS in 2019, but the...
“The reports identify patterns of behaviour that are totally unacceptable and deeply distressing, and we are profoundly sorry for the harm that they caused to athletes and staff.“The well-being and safety of all participants in our sport is paramount, and we recognise the courage of those who have come forward to share their experiences.
“Athletics Australia remains committed to continuous improvement in athlete safety and wellbeing and fostering a culture of respect and safety across all areas of the sport. International sporting success and gold medals should never be a higher priority than athlete welfare.”is a sports journalist at The Age. He covers AFL and has won awards for his cricket and basketball writing.
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