Canadian women's soccer coach removed from Olympics after drone controversy

A controversy surrounding the use of a drone at Canada’s women’s soccer training camp has led to the removal of the team’s head coach, Bev Priestman. The decision was made after an investigation found that Priestman had authorized the use of a drone to capture footage for promotional purposes. However, it appears that the drone flew over a neighboring facility without permission, leading to concerns about privacy and security.

Priestman was removed from her position as head coach on Tuesday, according to a statement from Sport Canada, which oversees Olympic teams in Canada. The decision was made after an investigation found that Priestman had authorized the use of the drone despite knowing it could potentially breach privacy and security protocols.

The controversy has raised questions about the role of drones in professional sports and whether they can be used to capture sensitive information without permission. It also highlights the need for clear guidelines and regulations surrounding the use of drones in these situations.

Priestman’s removal from her position as head coach is a significant blow to Canada’s women’s soccer team, which was preparing to compete in the upcoming Olympics. The team will now have to adjust to a new coaching staff with less than two months until the start of the Games.

A spokesperson for Sport Canada said that an investigation into the incident is underway and that any further action would be taken based on the findings.

The controversy has also raised questions about the impact it could have on the team’s performance in the Olympics. Canada’s women’s soccer team has struggled to make a significant impact at the Games in recent years, and the loss of their head coach could be a major setback.

nbsp;Keywords: [Canada Women’s Soccer], [Olympics], [Drone Controversy], [Bev Priestman]

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