Over 15 former Indiana men’s basketball players allege that Dr. Bradford Bomba, a former team physician, engaged in improper sexual conduct, specifically performing medically unnecessary rectal exams during physicals. They claim that university officials, including the late coach Bobby Knight and head athletic trainer Tim Garl, were aware of the behavior but failed to intervene. While an Indiana-commissioned investigation found Bomba's exams 'clinically appropriate,' some plaintiffs contradict this, alleging direct sexual misconduct.
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Over 15 former Indiana men’s basketball players allege that Dr. Bradford Bomba, a former team physician, engaged in improper sexual conduct, specifically performing medically unnecessary rectal exams during physicals. They claim that university officials, including the late coach Bobby Knight and head athletic trainer Tim Garl, were aware of the behavior but failed to intervene. While an Indiana-commissioned investigation found Bomba's exams 'clinically appropriate,' some plaintiffs contradict this, alleging direct sexual misconduct.
Trending- 1 1981: Tim Garl became head athletic trainer
- 2 1990s: American Cancer Society recommended rectal exams for men 50+
- 3 2023: Bobby Knight died
- 4 Last fall (likely 2024): Two former Hoosiers sued Indiana University
- 5 A year ago (likely 2024): Dr. Bomba's initial deposition
- 6 Last month (likely May 2025): Dr. Bomba died at 89; Indiana commissioned investigation found exams 'clinically appropriate'
- 7 This year (2025): Tim Garl's contract not renewed
- 8 Present: More than 15 former players allege misconduct; 10 more preparing to file suit
- Lawsuits filed against Indiana University
- Non-renewal of Tim Garl's contract
- Ongoing investigation and controversy regarding Dr. Bomba's conduct
- Emotional distress for alleged victims
What: More than 15 former Indiana men’s basketball players allege improper sexual conduct by former team physician Dr. Bradford Bomba, claiming university officials knew and failed to act.
When: Last fall (two former Hoosiers sued), last month (Dr. Bomba died), a year ago (Bomba's initial deposition), 1981 (Tim Garl became head athletic trainer), 2023 (Bobby Knight died), 1990s (American Cancer Society recommendation).
Where: Indiana University, Indiana, US.
Why: Players allege sexual misconduct by the physician and a failure by university officials to address complaints, leading to ongoing harm and legal action.
How: Former players are pursuing litigation, alleging that Dr. Bomba performed unnecessary rectal exams and that their complaints to coach Bobby Knight and trainer Tim Garl were ignored, leading to a lawsuit against the university. An internal investigation was conducted, but its findings are disputed by some plaintiffs.