"The OU athletic department values coaches more than its own student-athletes. Head Coach, Mason Norman, puts no value on the "student" aspect of "student-athlete". Ohio University Women's Swimming&Diving coaching staff is deceitful and manipulative."

"Poor communication and dishonest; does not care about his swimmers as people, only about his outcome. Be aware that should you unfortunately have an off season or injury, this same transfer portal which brought you to him will be the same one where you will be exiting as he will cut and move on to the next recruit (which you will have helped recruit). You are simply a number and are disposable. "

"Lacking in leadership and integrity. Has lost multiple assistant coaches over the last few years. Is not committed to the welfare of his swimmers. Is condescending and dismissive of student-athletes’ and parents’ questions. Has a propensity to use people, but not form lasting, meaningful relationships. Not and ideal leader or coach. Doesn’t seem to have the constitution to do what is consistently right and in the best interest of his student-athletes. Puts himself before team and others. I would avoid this program and coach if you have other options."

"Not to be trusted. Dishonest and lacking in integrity. His issues are not technical or in teaching strokes and time improvements . He lacks a moral compass and does not care about the student-athletes he recruits and coaches. He is self-centered and out of touch with what it means to be a grown man leading young women. If you can swim anywhere else, I’d strongly recommend it. The words best used to describe him do not belong on a public site. I’d be happy to discuss with you by email or phone. "

"Not motivating, liar, and doesn’t care about the players. The type of coach that makes you hate the game and quit to work a job. Would trust that jesus has came back before i take his word. "