Aug 20, 2014; Cary, NC, USA; USA goalkeeper Hope Solo (1) watches a cross during a women's friendly between the USA and Switzerland at Wake Med Soccer Park. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-USA Today. - RTR435XP
CHICAGO (Reuters) - The U.S. Olympic Committee's chief executive hopes to meet with U.S. Football this week to discuss why national goalkeeper Hope Solo continues to play although she has been charged with domestic violence.
Solo, an Olympic double gold medallist, faces a November trial but has remained in the national squad, a decision that has pulled her sport into the domestic abuse storm that has engulfed the National Football League where players have been suspended until their cases are heard.
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