Probe Calls for Rutgers Softball Changes, No Discipline

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An independent report investigating allegations of widespread abuse within the Rutgers University softball program found some evidence of inappropriate conduct by head coach Kristen Butler, but recommended no disciplinary action for her or her coaching staff.

As reported by nj.com, the seven-month investigation — commissioned by Rutgers president Robert Barchi and released Tuesday — called for a series of improvements to the program, including better communication of expectations of athletes, requiring an athletic trainer be present at all practices and revisiting school policy on allowing spouses to coach the same team, among other recommendations.

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