Gym Rats

“At least 368 gymnasts have alleged some form of sexual abuse at the hands of their coaches, gym owners and other adults working in gymnastics. That’s a rate of one every 20 days. And it’s likely an undercount.” People had a feeling that the kids in gymnastics programs were being abused, “but no one knew how widespread the problem was.” An IndyStar investigation found out just how bad the problem is, and just how hard some officials have worked to hide it. A 20-Year Toll.