George Morris Gets Lifetime Ban From USEF

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August 6, 2019 - Equestrian Coach George Morris Gets Lifetime Ban for Sexual Misconduct Allegations
George H. Morris, one of the top equestrian trainers and a former United States Olympic team coach, was banned for life from the United States Equestrian Federation due to an investigation into "sexual misconduct involving a minor," as detailed on the USEF's website. The U.S. Center for SafeSport issued the ban Monday, which USEF will implement and enforce.

According to the New York Times, which first reported the suspension, the lifetime ban is the most severe punishment given out by the United States Center for SafeSport. Through the Times, spokesman Dan Hill said the designation of a permanent suspension was "reserved for the most egregious cases." The center is an investigative body charged with examining sexual misconduct in Olympic sports.

The 81-year-old Morris said he would appeal the decision, according to the Times.

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