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Parents filed a lawsuit against Nike and NSAF over an alleged sexual assault at a Nike Elite Program camp. The incident occurred at a hotel in Beaverton, Ore., on July 5. The lawsuit claims Nike and NSAF did not provide adequate supervision.
The lawsuit alleges a teenage girl was assaulted by another camper after being left alone in a hotel room. Nike and NSAF staff allegedly pressured her to deny the assault. The girl informed her parents the next morning. Criminal charges are pending against the accused. Read more gear coverage.
Nike declined to comment on the litigation. NSAF expressed concern for the victim and stated they would respond through the legal process. The allegations have not been proven in court. Related: New Balance Sues Decathlon Over Kiprun Shoe Logo.
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A lawsuit claims Nike and NSAF failed to protect a minor at a track camp. Parents filed a lawsuit against Nike and NSAF over an alleged sexual assault at a Nike Elite Program camp. The incident occurred at a hotel in Beaverton, Ore., on July 5. The lawsuit claims Nike and NSAF did not provide adequate supervision.
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Runner World published this brief on September 21, 2026. The underlying Canadian Running report was dated September 21, 2026.
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