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Oregon State Women's Basketball Files First Union Petition

8/1/2026

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Oregon State basketball filed a petition with the Oregon Employment Relations Board on July 31, 2026.
Over 100 players signed union cards authorizing the United College Athletes Association to represent them.
Ten of the 13 players signed, making Oregon State the first women’s program to file a petition.
Founder Andrew Cooper said the group will seek recognition, then petition the state board and pursue bargaining units.

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Story summary

Oregon State basketball filed a petition with the Oregon Employment Relations Board on July 31, 2026.
Over 100 players signed union cards authorizing the United College Athletes Association to represent them.
Ten of the 13 players signed, making Oregon State the first women’s program to file a petition.
Founder Andrew Cooper said the group will seek recognition, then petition the state board and pursue bargaining units.