Statement on Behalf of Coach Mark Schubert in response to the lawsuit filed by Ariana Smith

IRVINE, Calif., May 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Jennifer Keller, partner at Keller/Anderle LLP, attorney for Coach Mark Schubert, releases the following statement:

Mark Schubert absolutely denies any wrongdoing.  He is confident that when all the facts are known, the record will show that he never ignored, or turned a blind eye to, the abuse of an athlete.  When Coach Schubert first became aware of the rumors of abuse, he reported them immediately and sought to make sure they were properly investigated.  Coach Schubert had and continues to have no tolerance for anyone who would harm a minor or violate the trust that athletes and their parents place in their coaches.

Throughout his career, Coach Schubert has always placed what is best for the athletes first and foremost.  It has been the great honor of his professional life to work with terrific young people – not just the Olympic champions and world record holders, but thousands of great kids who have learned about discipline, commitment, and hard work through swimming.  Helping them achieve their goals, no matter how big or small, is why he continues to coach after 46 years. 

SOURCE Keller/Anderle LLP

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