Jeffrey Bettman was previously a coach at Southern Oregon Gymnastics Academy in Medford and most recently worked for U Sports in Grants Pass.
The following is part of the statement released by U Sports.
"U Sports was not aware that Mr. Bettman was under investigation. Furthermore, no suspicious behaviors have ever been reported by staff or parents. No gymnasts within our program have brought forward any complaints in regards to behavior that might have made them feel uncomfortable.
Furthermore, it is our understanding, that the charges brought forth upon Mr. Bettman were a result of a private photo shoot contracted between Mr. Bettman and each individual gymnast's parent. U Sports' program(s) were never involved in the negotiations of any of Mr. Bettman's photo shoots, and they did not occur during normal operating hours at U Sports"
Bettman faces multiple counts, including encouraging child sex abuse and invasion of privacy. He is currently behind bars at the Jackson County Jail with a $350,000 bail.
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