It has been a decade since the Indianapolis Star first published allegations of sexual abuse against Larry Nassar, the former team doctor for USA Gymnastics. These reports triggered a massive reckoning within the sport, as hundreds of athletes came forward with accounts of abuse by Nassar, who also held a position at Michigan State University. The subsequent legal proceedings resulted in Nassar’s conviction and imprisonment, marking a pivotal moment in the history of gymnastics.

The scandal extended far beyond a single individual, prompting broader investigations into how gymnastics organizations globally allowed predatory behavior to persist. While Nassar’s case is recognized as the most severe, the exposure of his crimes revealed a pattern of institutional failures that left young athletes vulnerable. Today, the conversation has shifted toward the effectiveness of the reforms implemented since the scandal broke. While governing bodies have introduced new safety protocols and oversight measures, many advocates and survivors contend that the pace of change has been too slow. The ongoing debate centers on whether these structural adjustments are enough to prevent future abuse or if the culture of the sport remains fundamentally resistant to necessary reform.