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Nevada Volleyball Team Defies University, Forfeits Match Against San Jose State

The team cites safety and fairness concerns over competing against a San Jose State team with a transgender player.

  • University of Nevada women's volleyball team voted to forfeit their October 26 match against San Jose State, despite the university's decision to proceed with the game.
  • Nevada players expressed concerns about safety and fairness, aligning with other teams that have also forfeited matches against San Jose State this season.
  • The controversy centers around Blaire Fleming, a transgender athlete on the San Jose State team, sparking debate over NCAA policies on transgender athletes in women's sports.
  • Nevada's athletic department stated that the match would continue as planned, but players would not face disciplinary action if they chose not to participate.
  • The decision has garnered support from various public figures, including Nevada's Governor and women's sports advocate Riley Gaines, who applauded the players' stance.
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