Story perspectives

Transgender Volleyball Player Faces Lawsuit Over Emotional Distress Claims

12/7/2025

Summary

Story summary

Blaire Fleming, a transgender volleyball player, responded to allegations from former teammate Brooke Slusser, who claims Fleming's presence triggered her eating disorder.
Slusser filed lawsuits against Fleming and the NCAA, stating emotional distress led to her severe anorexia.
Fleming countered that Slusser had eating issues prior to learning about her transgender status.
Slusser has relocated to North Carolina, where she is coaching volleyball and pursuing her degree.
The U.S. Department of Education is investigating San Jose State University for potential Title IX violations related to this case.

1 of 1

Story summary

Blaire Fleming, a transgender volleyball player, responded to allegations from former teammate Brooke Slusser, who claims Fleming's presence triggered her eating disorder.
Slusser filed lawsuits against Fleming and the NCAA, stating emotional distress led to her severe anorexia.
Fleming countered that Slusser had eating issues prior to learning about her transgender status.
Slusser has relocated to North Carolina, where she is coaching volleyball and pursuing her degree.
The U.S. Department of Education is investigating San Jose State University for potential Title IX violations related to this case.