Recent racist incidents directed at athletes in the WNBA and the World Cup have renewed conversations on how athletic associations and other governing bodies should address racial abuse. In a wide‑ranging conversation on “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” a roundtable of guests discussed confronting racism in sports from the professional ranks to youth leagues.

The roundtable featured:

--  Dr. Edwin Moses, Olympic champion and one of the most dominant 400‑meter hurdlers in history, who later became a leading voice in anti‑doping reform as chair of the United States Olympic Committee’s substance abuse, research and education committee and now serves as chairman of the United States Anti-Doping Agency.

--  Dr. Deborah Stroman, a former University of Virginia basketball player and coach turned leadership strategist, known for helping organizations navigate equity challenges and build stronger teams.

--  Al Vivian, longtime diversity and equity consultant and trusted advisor to C‑suite leaders across three continents.

--  C.J. Stewart, former Chicago Cubs outfielder, author of Living to L.E.A.D., and co-founder of Atlanta’s L.E.A.D. Center for Youth, which empowers at‑risk young people to lead in their communities.