Embattled Olympic coach resigns

A former Olympic gymnastics coach facing allegations of sexual abuse has resigned from his coaching and director positions at a prominent Orange County club.

The Orange County Register reports Tuesday that Don Peters, who coached the 1984 U.S. women's Olympic team, resigned from SCATS following an investigation the newspaper published last month alleging sexual and physical abuse of underage gymnasts.

A Nov. 11 hearing has been scheduled in Indianapolis by gymnastics' national governing body to decide whether Peters should be banned from the sport.

Peters led the U.S. women's team to a record eight medals in the 1984 Olympics.

He declined comment to the Register.