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James Pantera: Accuser is a 'bully'

Updated: February 26, 2013, 8:21 PM ET
Associated Press

A San Diego swim coach alleged to have multiple identities and a felony conviction fired back Tuesday, calling his accuser a "bully" with a checkered past.

James Pantera issued a statement one day after a complaint was filed with USA Swimming by Mike Saltzstein, a former vice president with the governing body.

The statement said Saltzstein is "attempting to smear the name of a well- repected-and-liked swim coach and official" who has passed numerous background checks. It also points ...

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