ICONS urges Mountain West to act against SJSU's Trans Athlete

The Independent Council on Women's Sports (ICONS) is actively pursuing a lawsuit against the NCAA to protect women's sports from the inclusion of transgender athletes. Recently, ICONS sent a letter to all schools in the Mountain West Conference, addressing the urgent need for action to safeguard women's rights in athletics, particularly in women's volleyball. The letter specifically mentions concerns raised by student-athletes, parents, and coaches regarding the participation of Blaire Fleming, a transgender player on the SJSU women's volleyball team. ICONS argues that allowing transgender athletes to compete in women's sports poses significant risks to the safety and fairness of competitions. They emphasize the physical differences between male and female athletes, asserting that maintaining a protected female category is essential for ensuring equal opportunities and safe competition for women. The organization has called for immediate action from the Mountain West Conference, including the disqualification of Fleming from women's competitions. The letter also highlights the legal implications of the NCAA's transgender eligibility policies, which ICONS claims violate federal law and put women athletes at risk. They warn that the NCAA is retreating from supporting these policies in light of ongoing legal challenges, leaving schools vulnerable to potential lawsuits. In conclusion, ICONS is urging the Mountain West Conference to reject the NCAA's policies and uphold the rights of female athletes, emphasizing the need for decisive action to protect women's sports from the perceived threats posed by transgender participation.