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Transgender Athlete Triumphs Amid Controversy in California

9/6/2025

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Transgender athlete AB Hernandez from Jurupa Valley faced backlash for competing in girls' sports in California.
She secured first place in high jump and triple jump, and second in long jump at state finals.
Protests featured signs like "Save Girls' Sports" and "No Boys in Girls' Sports."
Hernandez voiced frustration over misunderstandings, asserting her normalcy as a student and athlete.
Her mother, Nereyda, initially struggled with the transition but later expressed support and admiration for her daughter's bravery.

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Transgender athlete AB Hernandez from Jurupa Valley faced backlash for competing in girls' sports in California.
She secured first place in high jump and triple jump, and second in long jump at state finals.
Protests featured signs like "Save Girls' Sports" and "No Boys in Girls' Sports."
Hernandez voiced frustration over misunderstandings, asserting her normalcy as a student and athlete.
Her mother, Nereyda, initially struggled with the transition but later expressed support and admiration for her daughter's bravery.