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17-year-old trans jumper wins three titles, protests erupt.

5/20/2026

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AB Hernandez, a 17-year-old trans athlete, won the long jump, high jump and triple jump at the CIF final on 16 May.
Because CIF policy adopted in 2025 lets trans women compete in girls’ events and awards a gold medal to the runner-up, Hernandez and Gwynneth Mureika each received gold in the high-jump ceremony.
The event sparked protests, with athletes refusing the podium and spectators wearing “Protect Girls Sports” shirts.

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Story summary

AB Hernandez, a 17-year-old trans athlete, won the long jump, high jump and triple jump at the CIF final on 16 May.
Because CIF policy adopted in 2025 lets trans women compete in girls’ events and awards a gold medal to the runner-up, Hernandez and Gwynneth Mureika each received gold in the high-jump ceremony.
The event sparked protests, with athletes refusing the podium and spectators wearing “Protect Girls Sports” shirts.