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California Athletes Sue University Over Title IX Violations

3/28/2026

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On March 26, 2026, Paul Kelly, Cooper Shore, and Jesse Vasquez of California Baptist University filed a federal lawsuit challenging the elimination of the men's wrestling, golf, and swimming teams.
They argue cuts violate Title IX by using proportionality as a pretext to discriminate against male athletes.
The Pacific Legal Foundation represents the athletes, arguing eliminations undermine Title IX’s intent to expand opportunities.

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Story summary

On March 26, 2026, Paul Kelly, Cooper Shore, and Jesse Vasquez of California Baptist University filed a federal lawsuit challenging the elimination of the men's wrestling, golf, and swimming teams.
They argue cuts violate Title IX by using proportionality as a pretext to discriminate against male athletes.
The Pacific Legal Foundation represents the athletes, arguing eliminations undermine Title IX’s intent to expand opportunities.