Oregon Teen Athletes Sue Over Transgender Sports Policy
Two of the athletes, from Newberg and Forest Grove High Schools, walked away from races this spring after seeing a trans athlete compete. They were inspired by a big debate earlier this year, sparked by Riley Gaines and Olympic gymnast Simone Biles. They say the situation made them feel like they lost opportunity and fairness.
They filed a lawsuit on July 7, asking a federal court to step in. They argue this hurts their rights under Title IX—a rule meant to protect girls in sports—and that Oregon’s athletes deserve a level playing field. Their message is clear: "We want to compete fairly, just like everyone else." They’re not calling anyone names—they just want equal rules that protect girls’ sports chances.
But a student from Forest Grove, Alexa Anderson, also protested in June by refusing to stand on the podium next to a trans athlete—even though the other girl placed fifth. She and her teammate said it wasn’t about being mean—it was about fairness and giving girls the same shot at medals, scholarships, and visibility that come with winning. Their lawyers say this is also about free speech and being able to stand up for what they believe is right.
Now their case joins a growing number of legal challenges across the U.S. about trans athletes in sports. Federal investigators are already looking into rules in other parts of the state. As this court case moves forward, people on both sides are watching closely.
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