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SRY Screening Sparks Volleyball Debate | Wilmington News
Transgender athletes are at the center of a heated debate in sports, as new eligibility rules—like the IOC’s SRY gene screening for the 2028 Olympics and the FIVB’s adoption for 2026 volleyball—spark controversy. Parents and athletes in USA Volleyball claim their daughters have competed against biologically male athletes, despite amended birth certificates, arguing it undermines fairness and women’s sports integrity. In response, FIVB, USA Volleyball, and the U.S. Women’s National Team issued a joint statement pledging improved communication and administration of the screening process—but not…
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