"Practices felt like entering a war zone. My jersey, my pants ... everything was visibly wet. I asked my coach if I could step off the court three times, but was told to complete the drill first."
"Researchers have found that athletes experience emotional abuse more than any other form of harm. Emotional maltreatment often falls through the policy cracks, with few athletes achieving the accountability they sought."
Marta Galic experienced significant emotional distress during basketball practice at the University of San Francisco, particularly after a humiliating incident where she lost control of her bladder. Despite her requests to leave the court, her coach insisted she complete the drill. This incident, along with a contentious relationship with her coach, overshadowed her passion for basketball. Emotional abuse in sports is prevalent, yet often unaddressed, with few athletes achieving accountability for their experiences. The Galic sisters' story exemplifies the psychological challenges faced by athletes.
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