SJSU Volleyball Faces Legal Challenges Ahead of Mountain West

Court ruling on forfeits and Blaire Fleming's eligibility could reshape tournament standings and impact San Jose State's postseason hopes.

San Jose State's volleyball team secured the No. 2 seed in the Mountain West Tournament after a tie-breaking procedure, earning a bye into the semifinals.
The team has faced significant controversy this season, including forfeitures by opponents protesting the inclusion of transgender player Blaire Fleming.
An unresolved federal lawsuit seeks to disqualify Fleming and San Jose State from the tournament and erase forfeiture-based wins from the team's record.
A federal judge has yet to rule on the case, with potential outcomes ranging from upholding the current standings to dramatically altering tournament seedings.
The Mountain West Tournament begins November 27, with San Jose State's semifinal match scheduled for November 29, pending legal developments.