Volleyball Player's Fight for Fair Play

Brooke Slusser, a former volleyball player at San Jose State University, has been vocal about her experiences with a transgender teammate, Blaire Fleming. Slusser claims that Fleming conspired with a player from Colorado State to harm her during a game in October 2024. This incident has sparked a broader debate about inclusivity and safety in women's sports. The White House has weighed in on the issue, with a spokesperson expressing support for Slusser's stance. They emphasized the need to protect women's sports from what they describe as harmful policies. Slusser herself has been critical of the current state of affairs, stating that more needs to be done to ensure women's safety and fairness in sports. An investigation by the Mountain West Conference into the allegations did not find sufficient evidence to support Slusser's claims. However, Slusser maintains that there is enough evidence to reopen the case. She has also alleged that university officials did not inform her about Fleming's birth sex, which she found distressing. Slusser's experiences have led her to become involved in a lawsuit against the NCAA, alongside other athletes. She has faced hostility from Fleming and others after joining the lawsuit. Despite her efforts to continue playing, Slusser ultimately decided not to pursue beach volleyball due to concerns about her well-being and potential retaliation. The situation has drawn the attention of the Trump administration, with the Department of Education opening a Title IX investigation into San Jose State's handling of the matter. Education Secretary Linda McMahon has stated that the investigation will continue. Meanwhile, the Mountain West Conference and San Jose State University have declined to comment further due to ongoing litigation.