University of Utah swim coach Greg Winslow has been suspended because of allegations that he sexually abused a teenage girl he coached in Arizona six years ago.
Utah athletic director Chris Hill announced the suspension on Thursday of Winslow, who was in his sixth season as the Utes’ swim coach. Though no charges have been filed, Hill said he believes the allegations are serious enough to warrant the suspension pending further investigation.
Hill said his department first learned of the accusations on Wednesday night.
“With these types of things, you take everything seriously,” Hill said. “At the same time, there is a balance between reacting appropriately and reacting harshly. On suspension is the right thing to do right now because it hasn’t even been 24 hours.”
The Arizona State University Police Department released a statement on Thursday saying it investigated allegations that Winslow sexually abused a teenage girl in 2007 who was a member of a swim club coached by Winslow.
Campus police said the abuse occurred at an ASU swimming centre rented by the club and the club isn’t affiliated with the university.