The Boise State women’s volleyball team has forfeited a conference tournament match against San Jose State University, which has a man who identifies as a woman on its team.
“The decision to not continue to play in the 2024 Mountain West Volleyball Championship tournament was not an easy one,” Boise State said in a statement to news outlets. “Our team overcame forfeitures to earn a spot in the tournament field and fought for the win over Utah State in the first round on Wednesday. They should not have to forgo this opportunity while waiting for a more thoughtful and better system that serves all athletes.”
Boise State beat Utah State on Nov. 27 in the quarterfinals of the Mountain West Conference women’s volleyball tournament. Boise State advanced to the semifinals to face San Jose State, which received a bye due to its record, which includes wins from earlier forfeits.
Boise State previously forfeited two games against San Jose State.
Two Boise State players are plaintiffs in a lawsuit filed over the transgender player. The plaintiffs sought emergency court orders blocking the man from playing in the tournament. A judge and an appeals court rejected the bids, in part because judges said the plaintiffs waited too long to lodge their requests. […]
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