San Jose State said Thursday it was disappointed Boise State forfeited its semifinal match in the Mountain West women's volleyball tournament but that the Spart
The San Jose State Spartans and Air Force Falcons stand for the National Anthem before an NCAA college volleyball match Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, in San Jose, Calif.
While the Broncos didn't announce explicitly why they withdrew, a lawsuit was recently filed in Colorado by players from various schools against the conference and San Jose State officials calling for a Spartans player not to be allowed to participate in the tournament. They cited unspecified reports asserting there was a transgender player on the San Jose State volleyball team, even naming her.U.S. Magistrate Judge S.
Both teams, which meet in a semifinal on Friday, played the Spartans this season rather than sit out. The Broncos' athletic department released a statement that night that read in part: "Our team overcame forfeitures to earn a spot in the tournament field and fought for the win over Utah State in the first round on Wednesday. They should not have to forgo this opportunity while waiting for a more thoughtful and better system that serves all athletes."
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