We know this is an especially difficult time for his family and our swimming and diving community, and we extend our heartfelt condolences. Nicusan, Zacharias I mean, universities have entire bureaucracies committed just to investigating things like this. Sad for the victims and hope they get the help they need to move forward. It motivates you every single day; you have somebody there whos pushing you or you have somebody whos there when youre not having the greatest day, Gliese said. The U.S. Department of Justice now appears to be looking into the UMBC investigation as part of its civil rights probe into the school's Title IX compl. The LIU Sharks scored 1179.5 points as runners up, nudging ahead of third-place Monmouth University (1178). Cradock resigned abruptly in December 2020, weeks after hed been ordered by the university to have no contact with student-athletes and stay off campus, documents show. In one 2018 situation described in the report, Cradock was made aware of alleged Title IX violations, including stalking and verbal abuse, by one of his swimmers. UMBC Director of Athletics Brian Barrio named Matt Donovan to lead the mens and womens swimming and diving programs as the Retrievers head coach in March of 2021. UMBC was established upon the land of the Piscataway and Susquehannock peoples. I spent four years swimming with you. He took over the mens program as well when the university added the sport in the spring of 2020. The Navy women's team (3-1) defeated UMBC (0-3) by the score of 153.5-122.5 and the Navy men's team (4-0) won a 163-115 decision over the Retrievers (0-3). The head swim coach of the Somerset Valley (N.J.) YMCA Swim Team, Donovan spent 15 years with the team, overseeing the growth of the program from 46 swimmers to well over 500 participants when he left in 2014. Former UMBC coach Chad Cradock has died, the team was told in a meeting on Sunday evening. Likewise, many people can be unaware of these happenings while for others, it shaped their entire experiences. Those are staggering numbers, but since swimming gets less attention than basketball and other big college sports in this country, the men and women on this team know the score. To the victim making up FAKE NEWS- STOP; Stop what you are doing right now. Who knows whered I be if not for Chad. Donovan, who has extensive coaching experience at both the collegiate and club level, spent two seasons as an assistant on both the men's and women's side at the University of Connecticut. So, whats the secret to this powerhouse squads success? And, all I read into UMBC is that it likely did not take care of its athletes OR its coach its winningest coach during a time when vulnerabilities are high. Worst. If you were a real psychologist, you would identify yourself; moreover, a psychologist would not be making such ignorant remarks. The publicity that follows the athletic success of some teams, well, thats for other sports. Cradock and his staff won a number of key coaching accolades cross 19 seasons, including the 2001-2002 Northeast Conference Womens Coach of the Year (01-02), ECAC Mens Coach of the Year (01-02, 02-03) and America East Mens Coaching Staff of the Year (03-04 and (04-05). UMBC Athletics and the broader campus community are deeply saddened by the passing of retired UMBC Swimming and Diving Coach Chad Cradock 97. We treat them the way we would want our kids to be treated wherever they went.. I am not sure exactly what happened so I can only speak on my experience. He is bright and inquisitive and thoroughly understands the dynamics of a competitively successful team. It was a moment in the sun on their own campus, one that doesnt happen often with this sport. became the head swimming and diving coach in 2001. realize is the grind the Retrievers endure to find all of their success, Cradock says. According to a. Oana Brooks, an attorney for Cradock, declined to comment for this story and said his family didnt wish to be interviewed. 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 21250, Schedule a Private Group Fitness Class or Workshop. Gliese received the same honor on the mens side and was named Most Outstanding Swimmer. at NJIT Invitational. Students told university officials that Cradock inappropriately touched male swimmers, discriminated against female members of the team and mishandled Title IX reports, according to the Baltimore Sun. It isnt fake news. Gentle ripples of movement belie the engine propelling it powerfully beneath the surface. The theme this year was Love It, Live It, Enjoy It, and we did just that.. More info here: https://www.cbsnews.com/baltimore/news/more-women-come-forward-amid-umbc-baltimore-county-cover-up-allegations/. Four days after UMBC sent out the amended notice, the university received word that Cradock had died by suicide. I felt powerless to do anything about it, he told The Sun. I will forever cherish my time on the UMBC swim and dive team and that is mostly from Chads exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to the team he loved. According to a new report from the East Valley Tribune, Chen committed suicide just two days after he was arrested in a child prostitution sting. At LIU, Donovan started with seven womens competitors in the fall of 2016 and opened the 2020-21 campaign with 29. Growing up at UMBC, so to speak, the team has become a second family for Cradock. I hear yourRead more . So just to clear things up certain alumni commenting on this post are claiming that nothing ever happened just because it didnt happen to them? UMBC also has a chance for two others to earn spots in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Women's Swimming & Diving Finishes Strong at America East Championships. 2) Turning a man who took his own life into a martyr is dangerous. [UMBC was] the big story last year.. The Sun, which interviewed five swimmers for this story, is not naming students who say they were sexually assaulted or other students cited in the report, which was supposed to be confidential, for privacy reasons. And family membership doesnt end at graduation. The Retriever swimming and diving teams have dominated America East Conference competition during their time in the league. 2023 Swim Swam Partners, LLC. Chad Cradock, who left his position as the head coach of the UMBC swimming & diving team in December after 19 years, has died. Cradock was placed under investigation in late 2020 after allegations that included sexual harassment and discrimination. UMBC Athletics' CORE values are: Growth, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork [] Especially given that all of us were part of the same UMBC swim and dive family at one point or another. Coleman, Zach For junior economics major Sotia Neophytou, who came to UMBC this year from Cyprus (a 30-hour trek to Catonsville), the family spirit shined especially bright around the holidays. What? Employees can access support through the Employee Assistance Program. There is a very real phenomenon where people who are pondering suicide see other suicides and the outpouring of love and beatification drives them into the same. He then received a notice of investigation from UMBC on Dec. 24, 2020, and an amended version with two additional swimmers allegations on March 3, 2021, according to the Sun. My heart goes out to his poor wife and children who I pray are able to make it through this horrible tragedy. Its interesting and sad to watch criminal lawyers tear apart testimonies of young children who claim to have been violated. UMBCs Title IX process prioritizes the schools reputation over student safety, Baldwin said, according to The Sun. We know this is an especially difficult time for his family and our swimming and diving community, and we extend our heartfelt condolences. The athlete plunges neatly into the water as if into another layer of air. Until that changes, no amount of procedural reform will make a difference.. Murray, Bode Dear Swim Swam. In. Your country and my country both have the rule of law, due process and doctrines of innocent until proven guilty. He was one of the universitys most fiercely loyal employees. Chad graduated in 1997 and decided to remain a Retriever, coaching with both the Retriever Aquatic Club and as the assistant swimming and diving coach at UMBC.  He was then appointed head coach in 2001 and spent 19 years leading the programs.  Chad was best known for his big smiles, jovial laughs, and unconditional love and support to those whose lives he touched.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations in Chad’s name to a charity of your choice. A private Celebration of Life service will be held at a future date. 

. Morales, Ryan In the meantime, personal expressions of sympathy may be sent to Christie Cradock at 1412 Macfree Court, Odenton, MD 21113. What keeps them coming to the pool again and again? Winnick, UMBCs spokeswoman, declined to comment on the investigations duration or its shift from a Title IX policy investigation to one considering discrimination policy violations. Four days after receiving the amended notice, the university was told that Cradock had died by suicide. He made the decision for everyone that they wouldnt see their day in court. You guys are blaming them for his death. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. Gwinn and Hill have swam together. He is also a guest author for the United States Masters Swimming on-line magazine. In the roughly year and a half since, the investigation has continued as student-athletes have grieved and grappled with Cradocks death and misconduct. the Matt Skalsky Outstanding Scholar-Athlete award as a senior. Places like the New York Times, Washington Post, and ESPN suddenly wanted to know not just what the letters UMBC meant, but everything about the basketball program and school. Dinah Winnick, a UMBC spokeswoman, said in an email the school is cooperating with the Justice Department investigation. Miller still holds the record for the 1,000-yard freestyle in the UMBC pool and was delighted to learn that the younger folks were aware of him. I think it has a lot of effect, and it starts with name recognition, Cradock said. I do not feel sorry for you ifRead more . Moro broke the school record in the 1650 freestyle and won a gold medal in that event. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Building a solid environment to compete, thats for this program, and its why theyve been so successful. at NJIT Invitational. As this is an open matter, Winnick wrote, it would not be appropriate for the University to provide additional details.. If Coach Cradock was not allowed to do what he wanted to you, according to a summary of the swimmers interview in the report, he wasnt going to coach you.. UMBC Athletics and the broader campus community are deeply saddened by the passing of retired UMBC Swimming and Diving Coach Chad Cradock '97. He is a great fit for our UMBC community and I'm excited to connect a leader like Matt with the superb student-athletes we have at UMBC.. Chad was like a second father to me and one of the greatest men Ive ever meet. We had SO MUCH FUN!! But every day, the swimmers and divers head to the pool anyway. This brought us even closer because you gave me the opportunity to coach the swim camp. Swimmers also questioned whether the university failed to properly respond to earlier complaints against Cradock. Terms of Use & Privacy Policy | FTC Disclaimer We saw this after, for example, Anthony BourdainsRead more . This is about swimming.. He swam with UMBC from 1993 to 1996 and still keeps in touch with some from the program, especially when he makes it back to campus. Donovan saw great success while with Somerset Valley, leading the team to the New Jersey State Championship in 2006, and every year from 2010 to 2014. And year after year, the program broadens its family of alumni. It all continues into Saturday, a fact the swimmers understand and accept. CoachDonovanand his staff were named the 2020-21 NEC Coaching Staff of the Meet for both the men's and women's championships. Just because you had a decent experience with him, doesnt mean that other did too. He, along with the swimmers accusing him, then received a notice of investigation from UMBC on Dec. 24, 2020, and an amended version with two additional swimmers allegations on March 3, 2021. , and ESPN suddenly wanted to know not just what the letters UMBC meant, but everything about the basketball program and school. Coaching with Cradock now are. James Sutherland | September 12th, 2022. So why did the swimmer feel powerless? And theyve done this largely without the fanfare received by more popular sports. There is no additional information to display: They knew who I was, and it was definitely really cool to know that after all these years, that I still hold some sort of presence thereI was still on the record booksso that sort of helped, he says with a laugh. Students described a lack of attention at practices, less sympathetic treatment for injuries and different enforcement of team rules, including consequences for drinking. 2021-2022 Practice Schedule & Coaching Assignments Join your RAC teammates and Swim Across America Consider joining Team Racing Against Cancer (RAC) at the 9/19/21 Swim Across America event to help raise money to fund cancer research and support our friend and teammate, Garrett Brown. The mens team has earned 12 of the 13 America East Championships overall and three in a row since the conference reinstituted mens swimming and diving as a championship sport in the winter of 2018. In becoming the 10th coach in program history, the 53-year-old Ferry brings 20 years of experience as a head coach at the NCAA Division I, II and III levels, compiling a 325-279 mark. There are three points I would like to make as I see this comments section spiral: 1) Lots of people who knew and loved Chad are grieving. In his two seasons with the Huskies, he coached 37 All-Conference honorees, saw the team finish second at the American Athletic Conference Championships in 2015, and win both the 2015 and 2016 Copa Coqui Invitational in Puerto Rico. UMBCs Title IX process prioritizes the schools reputation over student safety, Baldwin said. View Full Bio, Tiago The basketball program and school received a deluge of publicity from all around the country after that. He swam with UMBC from 1993 to 1996 and still keeps in touch with some from the program, especially when he makes it back to campus. Swimmers also said that Cradock would base his coaching on which swimmers would play along and participate in the unwelcome contact.. None of this would be possible without all of the amazing professors, advisors and support staff we have here at UMBC. Theres a seven page document spelling out everything that Chad did. Investigators from Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr, the law firm that did the investigation for UMBC, did not respond to a request for comment. Originally from Barrie, Ontario, Chad came to UMBC on a swimming and diving scholarship. Take your anger elsewhere, get professional help; your life matters too. According to the report by the outside law firm, one swimmer alerted UMBC employees about inappropriate behavior in mid-2019. As we learn more about the familys plans for remembering Chad, we will communicate them to you. What can they do? Its all part of the game. Laracuente, Anders Chad was the head coach of the men's & women's swimming & diving teams at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) for 19 years. The agency and UMBC declined to comment on that probe. That means team shout-outs on birthdays and creating spaces where athletes can talk with coaches on a regular basis about problems in swimming, classes, and life. "We are encouraged by the past two days. . Cradock swam at UMBC from 1993 to 1997, lettering all four years and earning the Matt Skalsky Outstanding Scholar-Athlete award as a senior. I have to live with this really dark secret thats the undertone of my four years. Neophytou swam for her home country at the Olympics in Rio three years ago and said it was an amazing experience. We humbly offer our respects to all past, present, and future Indigenous people connected to this place. In every single semester under Donovan, the Sharks have earned CSCAA Academic Honors. Get your evening news in your e-mail inbox. Poulos, Ethan The Retrievers certainly did what they planned for when taking the mens and womens team titles in the February 2019 America East championships in Worcester, Massachusetts. Gliese is a two-time captain at UMBC and the Danish national record holder in the 200-meter backstroke. Theres a lot of respect out there for our program [world-wide], Cradock said. The Retriever Aquatic Club, founded in 1986, offers swimming programs, year-round, for swimmers of all levels of ability and interest. The publicity that follows the athletic success of some teams, well, thats for other sports. All of Retriever Nation should be extremely proud of this model program.. She said when she told Craddock about the assault, which was later corroborated by a different Title IX investigation, he told her it was her fault and chastised her for messing with the other swimmers head. The UMBC mens and womens swimming and diving programs have won plenty in their own righteven if most people dont realize it. Employees can access support through the. We are well-respected internationally. Its possible the investigation could lead to a monetary settlement and mandated improvements, like a recent probe into San Jos State University in California. They swept the America East championships this past winter, claiming the 31st and 32nd titles for the Retrievers26 of which have come since Chad Cradock 97, psychology, became the head swimming and diving coach in 2001. He became head coach in 2001, bringing with him a philosophy that emphasized the coaches working with the student-athletes and not dictating to them. I just told everyone to go home and take the day off.. Both Baldwin and an attorney representing a sixth swimmer said their clients were considering their options when asked about any plans to file lawsuits. The mens team won 10 consecutive conference titles from 2002-2011. Within minutes, police responded to the call and determined that no threat had been made. How do you know there is a seven page document spelling everything out? Men's Swimming and Diving. But investigators wrote there wasnt enough evidence Cradock retaliated against swimmers, in part because there wasnt evidence of specific adverse action.. Cradock, who had been ordered by the school to have no contact with student-athletes and stay off campus amidst the investigation weeks earlier, abruptly resigned in December 2020. Cradock, who was 47 at the time of his death, served as head coach of UMBC's swimming and diving team for 19 seasons. Even though they werent on the team when some of this misconduct occurred? They were honored during a media timeout of a basketball game at the UMBC Event Center and received a large ovation from the crowd that night, something that the swimmers just loved. Believe it or not, Chad was a human being, just like the rest of us. You must be such a successful/good psychologist. For goodness sake who TF do you think you are to say that he should have consulted with his accusers before taking his own life. The report acknowledged that at least two swimmers alleged Cradock discouraged them from making reports to the university and found Cradock violated his no-contact order by texting some swimmers. Under Donovans lead, LIU womens swimming produced dozens of school records, and NEC and ECAC individual and relay championships in five seasons, but the most impressive has been the teams performance in the classroom. You posted this information; youve chosen not to moderate this chat; you should be silent. He was tabbed as the New Jersey All-Star team coach in 2003 and 2004. Its fine to argue, but dont invalidate someone elses experience with elementary . Nikola Trajkovic Coach Nik comes to Meadowbrook from UMBC where he swam on the men's swim team, and coached for three years afterwards. In particular, the men's team has a. A lot of this was big time rumor mill kind of stuff, explained Dillon. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Since 1999, they have amassed 32 championship trophies, not to mention consistent accolades for athletic prowess and coaching. Chad graduated in 1997 and decided to remain a Retriever, coaching with both the Retriever Aquatic Club and as the assistant swimming and diving coach at UMBC.  He was then appointed head coach in 2001 and spent 19 years leading the programs.  Chad was best known for his big smiles, jovial laughs, and unconditional love and support to . Men's Swimming and Diving. Cradock spent 19 seasons as the head coach of the men's & women's swimming &. UMBC Men's & Women's Swimming & Diving UMBC Men's & Women's Swimming and Diving, a member of the America East conference, aspires to be a nationally recognized Division I program that develops champions in athletics, academics and life, while building community wide traditions and pride. There are a lot of degenerates out there, and its disconcerting how many find their way into our sport. All rights reserved. Plus, he lifts weights on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Students described their confusion and questions about the findings of the law firms report for UMBC. For years, the UMBC swimming and diving team has been quietly winning its way into university history. This is about swimming.. Later in the day, they work out on land (1:15 to 1:45 p.m.) and then its back in the pool from 1:45 to 3:45 p.m. On Tuesday and Thursday, practices stretch from 1:30 to 1:45 p.m., with a two-hour swim right after that. The behavior was classic quid pro quo sexual harassment, investigators wrote, as witnesses said he directed his coaching attention based on whether male swimmers would play along and participate in this unwelcome contact.. Sometime later, he arranged a surprise meeting, forcing her to sit across from my abuser, she said. He also created a perception, they said, of being close to top school officials. The head swim coach of the Somerset Valley (N.J.) YMCA Swim Team, Donovan spent 15 years with the team, overseeing the growth of the program from 46 swimmers to well . Despite there being no threat to campus, Athletic Director Brian Barrio made the call to cancel all scheduled practices, athletic treatments and COVID-19 testing appointments. I was so committed to the UMBC program I stayed on campus over the summer and trained with RAC. By submitting your email to receive this newsletter, you agree to our, looking into the universitys compliance with federal rules barring gender discrimination, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. AttorneyRignal Baldwin V represents five of the six swimmers named in the report. This is a year-round gig for the coaches, who often arrive on campus at 6 a.m. and stay until 7:30 p.m., with six to eight more hours on Saturday, plus other work on Sunday. Logas, Collin After graduating in 1997, he became an assistant swimming and diving coach and was appointed head coach in 2001. You must be brain dead to make a statement like that. The workouts are long and laborious. He received his bachelor's degree in social sciences from KSC and went on to earn a master's in education from the University of Phoenix in 2004. Chad, you helped shaped the person I am today.Read more , To those people not directly involved in the cases/investigation question the right of those victims to speak up, and for those courageous kids (remember, most of the victims here are under 21 years old and college students age same as YOUR KIDS , Well, I/we wont back down No, I/we wont back down You can stand me/us up at the gates of hell But I/we wont back down No, Ill/well stand my/our ground Wont be turned around And Ill/well keep this man from draggin me down Gonna stand my/our ground And I/we wont back down, (I/we wont back down) Hey, haters, there aint no easy way out (I/weRead more . Over time, citizens of many more Indigenous nations have come to reside in this region. It is currently unclear what UMBC is facing regarding the Justice Departments Title IX investigation, though its possible a monetary settlement will be reached along with mandated improvement measures, like those instated in the recent case at San Jose State. Are you part of the investigation team? I guess you never really know what the true story is. Retriever Activities Center 1000 Hilltop Cir, Baltimore, MD 21250. Swimming with the Retriever Aquatic Club provides physical, emotional, and intellectual skills that will last a lifetime. Get all the top news and sports from the baltimoresun.com. There were scores of witnesses who were not interviewed. Weigelt, Christopher UMBC swimmers told The Sun that Justice Department civil rights investigators asked about the universitys communication during the investigation and any accommodations they were provided. We enjoy the sportand were not doing it to be famous or anything, says Hania Moro, a senior financial economics major from Egypt.

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