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Runner Mary Cain’s memoir delves into the the toxic, abusive world of youth sports — but there are exhilerating highs as well

Mary Cain settled a reported $20 million lawsuit against Salazar and Nike in 2023, after alleging the coach had emotionally and physically abused her — and that the company did not protect her.

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Runner Mary Cain’s memoir delves into the the toxic, abusive world of youth sports — but there are exhilerating highs as wellMary Cain settled a reported $20 million lawsuit against Salazar and Nike in 2023, after alleging the coach had emotionally and physically abused her — and that the company did not protect her.
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