Transgender Sprinters Finish First, Second at Girls Indoor Track Championships in Connecticut
The Associated Press reports that transgender sprinters Terry Miller and Andraya Yearwood finished first and second in the 55-meter dash at the state open indoor track championships in Connecticut -- one of 17 states that allows transgender high school athletes to compete with zero restrictions.
One of their competitors, Selina Soule, says the issue is about fairness on the track with wider implications. The Glastonbury High School junior finished eighth in the 55, missing out on qualifying for the New England regionals by two spots. Soule believes that had Miller and Yearwood not run, she would be on her way to race in Boston in front of more college coaches.
“We all know the outcome of the race before it even starts; it’s demoralizing,” she said. “I fully support and am happy for these athletes for being true to themselves. They should have the right to express themselves in school, but athletics have always had extra rules to keep the competition fair.”You know what? Forget about Martina. Does Ms. Soule sound transphobic? Keep reading HERE.
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