Let Them Play
Three recent books make the case that welcoming trans athletes can help improve sports culture for all.
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‘Cheer’ Takes an Overlooked Sport Off the Sidelines
The Netflix show about a Corsicana cheerleading squad’s journey to nationals explores an indignity I remember well from my time as a high school dancer: training for intense athletic competitions while being reduced to halftime entertainment.
Baylor Fans Must Face the Music After Rice Band’s Halftime Show
A former Owl band member's advice for outraged Baylor fans: Don't like being called out on rape culture? Don't support it.
All the Wrong Moves
In her first book, Jessica Luther challenges the college sports establishment to hold athletes accountable when they commit rape, sexual assault and domestic violence.
University of Texas Won’t Go to Bat for Trans Student Athletes
New UIL rules forcing trans athletes to play based on birth certificates could violate Title IX.
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Can the GOP Protect Us From Johnny Football and Dennis Hastert?
If the Republican Party is so concerned about 'safety,' it should ditch bigoted anti-trans bathroom bans and focus on a threat much closer to home.