USTA Enlists Lawyers to Review Safeguarding Policies

The review comes in the wake of allegations of sexual misconduct within the organization.

The U.S. Tennis Association (USTA) has hired two lawyers from a Washington-based firm to review its safeguarding policies and procedures.
The review aims to enhance the protection of players from sexual misconduct and other forms of abuse.
The decision to review the policies comes nearly two years after a tennis player, Kylie McKenzie, sued the USTA, alleging that it failed to protect her from a coach who she says sexually abused her.
The review is not an investigation of any specific allegations of sexual misconduct, but a comprehensive look at USTA policies.
The lawyers conducting the review will have full access to employees involved in any way with these aspects of the organization.