KSOC President Yoo Seung-min Vows Strong Action Over Alleged Search of Young Handball Players' Belongings

Yoo Seung-min, president of the Korean Sport & Olympic Committee (KSOC), voiced strong condemnation regarding an incident where young female handball players allegedly had their personal belongings searched without cause. He expressed deep anger over the situation, stating, "Our young female handball players were searched without any reason and were subjected to public criticism. I cannot contain my anger that our athletes were treated this way. We will take strong action regarding this matter."

The incident reportedly occurred at the handball stadium's office space, leading to a restriction of access. Yoo Seung-min made these remarks during a press conference held on June 15 at the Olympic Parktel in Songpa-gu, Seoul. He emphasized that the athletes were facing a "tragic situation" due to these unwarranted actions.

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Our young female handball players were searched without any reason and were subjected to public criticism. I cannot contain my anger that our athletes were treated this way. We will take strong action regarding this matter.

During the press conference, Yoo Seung-min called for the intervention of public authority to safeguard the "right to survival" of athletes. He highlighted the distress and humiliation experienced by the young players, stressing that such treatment is unacceptable. The KSOC president vowed to address the issue decisively to prevent future occurrences and ensure the protection of athletes' dignity and rights.

The statement from the KSOC president underscores the seriousness with which the committee views the alleged mistreatment of the handball players. The committee's firm stance indicates a commitment to investigating the incident thoroughly and holding accountable any individuals or parties found responsible for the alleged searches and subsequent criticism.

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We requested the intervention of public authority to protect the right to survival of athletes.