EX-USA Swimming CFO Admits Fraud

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September 20, 2026 | Edition #724

Hey Athletic Fans,

USA Swimming has a real mess on its hands. Its former chief financial officer is now facing criminal charges, and it turns out the warning signs were there well before he ever set foot in the building.

Also today: Simone Biles is celebrating the sport that made her who she is, digging up her oldest gymnastics videos for a heartwarming tribute.

All that and more in tonight's edition of Essentially Athletics.

⚡Why this matters: The former director spent over two decades at the University of Colorado, moving up to his final role as Senior Associate Athletic Director for Business Operations.



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