SafeSport merges two frequently accessed hotlines to offer a single, simplified way to make reports and ask questions about the reporting process
DENVER, Aug. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Center for SafeSport today announced that the hours of its hotline for receiving reports of abuse and misconduct in sport have been extended. SafeSport staff are now available to answer calls from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (MT). The expansion adds four additional hours of operation and offers more flexibility for callers across every U.S. time zone.
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