Nevada Volleyball Team Forfeits Match Against SJSU

The University of Nevada women's volleyball team has decided to forfeit their match against San Jose State University, becoming the fifth team to do so over concerns regarding a potential transgender player, Blaire Fleming. The team expressed their decision in a statement, citing the need for safety and fair competition, and rejecting participation in a match they believe advances injustice against female athletes. This forfeit follows similar decisions by Southern Utah, Boise State, Wyoming, and Utah State, igniting a national debate on the inclusion of transgender athletes in women's sports. Nevada's athletic department initially stated they would play the match, but players were frustrated by the lack of consultation before this commitment. Prominent anti-trans advocate Riley Gaines praised the team's actions as courageous and a necessary stand for their rights. The decision has raised questions about NCAA postseason eligibility due to the minimum matches required for qualification.