New Hampshire Parents and School Clash Over 'XX' Wristbands at Sports Events

A federal court hears arguments over whether parents' use of pink 'XX' wristbands constitutes harassment or free expression during ongoing transgender athlete policy disputes.

Two New Hampshire fathers, Kyle Fellers and Anthony Foote, were banned from school property after wearing pink 'XX' wristbands at a soccer game featuring a transgender player.
The parents argue the wristbands represent support for their daughters and teammates, while the school district views them as harassment targeting the transgender athlete.
A federal judge is considering whether the parents can continue wearing the wristbands and displaying signs at future school events as their lawsuit proceeds.
The case ties into broader legal challenges to New Hampshire's law barring transgender athletes from competing on teams aligning with their gender identity in grades 5 through 12.
School officials defended their actions, citing concerns about potential threats and prior incidents of organized behavior targeting the transgender athlete.