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WNBA Addresses Transgender Eligibility Debate and Confirms No Current Issues

The WNBA has confirmed that there are no current eligibility issues regarding transgender women in the league, following a statement denouncing negative narratives. The league's collective bargaining agreement states that only players who are women can compete, but lacks specific language on gender identity. Discussions on this topic continue among league officials and stakeholders.

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The WNBA has confirmed that there are no current eligibility issues regarding transgender women in the league, following a statement denouncing negative narratives. The league's collective bargaining agreement states that only players who are women can compete, but lacks specific language on gender identity. Discussions on this topic continue among league officials and stakeholders.

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WNBA denounces ‘bad-faith’ transgender debate and says league has no eligibility issues

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WNBA Addresses Transgender Eligibility Debate and Confirms No Current Issues