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What the NCAA says about transgender athletes amid the San Jose State controversy

The article from KIMT News discusses the NCAA's policies on transgender athletes amidst a controversy at San Jose State University. The NCAA has guidelines that allow transgender student-athletes to participate in sports consistent with their gender identity, provided they meet certain criteria related to hormone therapy and documentation. This policy has come under scrutiny following an incident at San Jose State where a transgender woman, who had not undergone hormone therapy, competed in a women's track event, leading to debates about fairness and competitive equity. Critics argue that the NCAA's policy might not adequately address the physical advantages retained from male puberty, while supporters emphasize the importance of inclusivity and the rights of transgender individuals to participate in sports. The controversy has sparked a broader conversation about how sports organizations should handle transgender athlete participation to balance fairness, safety, and inclusion.

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