SJSU Volleyball Faces Legal Challenge Over Transgender Athlete's Eligibility

A court hearing will determine if San Jose State's transgender player and team can compete in the Mountain West Conference Tournament.

An emergency hearing in Denver will address an injunction seeking to disqualify San Jose State University (SJSU) and its transgender player, Blaire Fleming, from the Mountain West Conference Tournament.
The controversy has led to seven forfeited matches by opposing teams this season, with some citing safety and fairness concerns related to Fleming's participation.
SJSU and the Mountain West Conference argue that Fleming complies with NCAA and conference eligibility rules, while opponents claim her inclusion violates Title IX protections for women athletes.
The hearing's decision could impact tournament seeding, with SJSU potentially being named conference champion if opponents refuse to play in the final match.
The case has drawn national attention, with high-profile figures and organizations advocating for or against transgender athletes in women’s sports.