Transgender Athlete Controversy Sparks Debate in Virginia College Swimming Community
Members of the Roanoke College Women's Swim Team held a press conference to express their concerns about a transgender woman joining their team. The athletes criticized the school for ignoring their concerns and prioritizing the inclusion of the transgender athlete over the fairness of competition. They argued that competing against a biological man sends a message that women's sports are not valued. The transgender student later withdrew her request to compete on the women's team, and the college's Board of Trustees voted to adopt the NCAA's policies on transgender athletes.