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San Jose State Volleyball Faces Backlash Over Transgender Player

Controversy erupts as multiple teams forfeit matches and a lawsuit challenges NCAA's transgender inclusion policy.

  • San Jose State University's women's volleyball team is embroiled in controversy due to the participation of transgender player Blaire Fleming.
  • Opposing teams, including Boise State and Wyoming, have forfeited matches, citing concerns over fairness and safety.
  • Team co-captain Brooke Slusser has joined a lawsuit against the NCAA, arguing that transgender athletes should not compete in women's sports.
  • The university has increased security for the team following national attention and backlash over the issue.
  • The NCAA maintains that all San Jose State players, including Fleming, comply with its rules on transgender athlete participation.
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