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Camas High School transgender athlete protests

Overview

In mid-October 2026, approximately 12 female cross-country runners from Camas High School in Washington staged a walkout during a meet. The protest was directed at the school's decision to allow a male athlete, who had previously competed on the boys' team, to compete on the girls' varsity squad.

During the demonstration, participants walked away from the starting line toward a tree line, with some students painting messages on their limbs such as ‘Keep women in women’s sports.’ The Camas School District maintained that it is adhering to state laws and athletic eligibility requirements. The incident drew national attention and public support from WNBA player Sophie Cunningham.

Following the walkout, the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) clarified its policy, stating that students may compete in sports consistent with their gender identity without providing medical or legal documentation. This stance has sparked both protests and counter-protests within the community.

On October 21, a rally titled ‘Camas Courage’ was held in southwest Washington. Parents and supporters gathered at the event to advocate for the athletes and to support state ballot measure I-638, which asks voters whether males should be prohibited from competing against girls and women in school sports.

Entities

Washington Interscholastic Activities Association · Camas High School · Sarah Burns · Camas School District · XX-XY Athletics

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Washington state sports controversy sparks protests over transgender athlete participation

    Female cross-country athletes at Camas High School in Washington protested the inclusion of a transgender student on their team, amid a state debate over gender identity and sports eligibility.

  2. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Camas High School runners protest transgender teammate

    Female cross-country runners at Camas High School in Washington walked off a race to protest competing against a transgender teammate, drawing national attention and support from WNBA star Sophie Cunningham.

  3. [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Camas High School runners walk out of cross-country meet

    Nearly half of the girls' cross-country team at Camas High School in Washington walked off the course to protest the inclusion of a male athlete on their team.

Sources

americanwirenews.com · arynews.tv · freerepublic.com · harbingersdaily.com · justthenews.com · lifezette.com · offthepress.com · theblaze.com · video.foxnews.com · wnd.com

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