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Court Allows Transgender Athlete to Compete in Mountain West Volleyball Tournament Amid Controversy

A judge ruled that Blaire Fleming can play in the Mountain West volleyball tournament, despite a lawsuit challenging her participation.

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Updated: Nov 25th, 2024, 10:13 PM ET

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A federal judge ruled that Blaire Fleming, a transgender volleyball player for San Jose State, can compete in the Mountain West conference tournament, denying a lawsuit from rival athletes. The plaintiffs, including SJSU co-captain Brooke Slusser, claimed participation violated Title IX rights. The judge emphasized the need to maintain tournament integrity and found that the plaintiffs had not demonstrated irreparable harm. Several teams forfeited games against SJSU due to Fleming’s participation, raising ongoing debates about fairness in women's sports. The controversy surrounding the case and potential appeals from the plaintiffs continues.

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