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Runner who stepped off podium with trans athlete speaks out

High-school track star Alexa Anderson decided to step down — off the championship podium — for what she believes, when faced with the prospect of sharing the honor with a transgender competitor. “I knew that something needs to be done to bring attention to this issue and to let the people who are in charge […]

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High-school track star Alexa Anderson decided to step down — off the championship podium — for what she believes, when faced with the prospect of sharing the honor with a transgender competitor.

“I knew that something needs to be done to bring attention to this issue and to let the people who are in charge know that us athletes are not okay with the position they put us in,” the 18-year-old told The Post.

On Saturday, Anderson, a senior competing for Tigard High School, took third place in the Oregon State Athletic Association’s Girls High Jump Final while Lia Rose, a transgender athlete from Ida B. Wells High School took fifth.

Anderson jumped 5 feet 4.25 inches, compared to Rose’s 5 feet 1.65 inches.

When the top eight jumpers took the podium, Anderson and fourth-place runner Reese Eckard, a senior from Sherwood High School, stepped down in unison and turned their backs in protest.

“I was definitely stressed just with all those eyes on you, kind of looking at you wondering what you’re doing and why,” Anderson said. “But all female athletes, no matter if they are in elementary school, middle school or high school … I want them to have a fair and equal opportunity to compete.”

Going into the meet, Anderson knew that she wouldn’t stand on the podium if Rose, who had competed in the boy’s division in 2023 and 2024, placed.

She and Eckart, who had been a “friendly competitor” for the past four years, had already made a pact to step down together.

She claims several other girls who made the podium had also intended to join, but backed down in the moment: “It’s a very controversial topic, and I think some people are more inclined to express their concerns privately.”

The crowd at Hayward Field reacted with silence, and an official confronted the pair. When they said they weren’t participating, the official told them to step aside and get out of the way of photos.

Even though she and Eckart were the only ones to take a public stand, she says Rose’s presence in the sport had caused upset among her teammates throughout the season.

“The overall sentiment was kind of confused and concerned for the integrity of our sport,” she explained. “Girls I talked to were worried that their opportunities were going to be taken away, or that they wouldn’t make it to the championship because there was a biological man that was jumping better than them.”

Since the incident, there’s been an outpouring of private support, and Anderson reports receiving “a lot of kind messages from people thanking me for standing up for what I believe in.” There have also been people who were less than kind.

“Some people are definitely coming at me with a hateful attitude,” she admitted. “There are people at school that are offended and are talking behind my back, but I expected that going into this, when I put myself out there on such a controversial topic.”

Anderson, who joined the track team as a freshman, is graduating Thursday and plans to attend the University of South Alabama, where she will study exercise science and marine biology and is committed to run track and field.

She said she supports a federal mandate banning trans athletes from female sports. President Trump enacted one in February via Title IX, but states including Oregon have continued to allow athletes to compete nonetheless.

“Title IX was originally used to ban sex-based discrimination in sports, and now we’re facing sex-based discrimination again,” Anderson said. “Biological women are being forced to compete with biological men, but the purpose of Title IX was to make sure that it didn’t happen, that biological women had their equal opportunities.”

Anderson is legally represented by American First Policy Institute.

A staff member told The Post they called on the federal government to investigate possible Title IX violations related to Saturday’s race and are considering further litigation.

“I have been an athlete my whole life, and women’s sports has done so much for me personally,” she said. “By allowing biological men to compete in the women’s division, we’re taking away opportunities from other young girls who have worked so hard to get to where they are.”

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M. Cross Country, Indoor Track & Field Win RMAC Brechler Awards

By: Tim Flynn Story Links 2025 RMAC Brechler Award winners COLORADO SPRINGS – The Colorado School of Mines men’s cross country and men’s indoor track & field teams have won Brechler Awards from the RMAC for achieving the highest team GPA in the conference in 2024-25. The men’s cross country team […]

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2025 RMAC Brechler Award winners

COLORADO SPRINGS –

The Colorado School of Mines men’s cross country and men’s indoor track & field teams have won Brechler Awards from the RMAC for achieving the highest team GPA in the conference in 2024-25.

The men’s cross country team produced a 3.595 GPA to win their first-ever Brechler Award, while the men’s indoor track & field team wins its second straight and fifth overall with a 3.563 GPA.

Established in 2013, the Brechler Awards recognize the conference’s top team GPA in each of its 22 sports. Grades were used from the 2024-25 academic year and all student-athletes who were on the institution’s NCAA eligibility list were included in the GPA calculation. The award is named after Paul W. Brechler, a former RMAC Commissioner (1976-1990), who, along with his wife Wanda, were the first inductees into the RMAC Hall of Fame.

Under head coach Chris Siemers, the Mines men’s cross country team claimed its fourth NCAA Division II championship in 2024 after sweeping the RMAC and NCAA Regional titles, as well. The Orediggers were undefeated during the season, and had six all-Americans at the NCAA Championships.

Head Coach Matt Sparks‘ indoor track & field team achieved its highest-ever national finish coming in third at the NCAA Division II Indoor Championships thanks to six first-team all-America podium finishes. The Orediggers were also a strong second at the RMAC Indoor Championships with six individual conference champions.

The Brechler Award winners will be recognized during the 2025 RMAC Hall of Fame & Awards Banquet on Thursday, July 10, at the Colorado Springs Marriott.

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LC State Warriors’ volleyball camps open to all skill levels, starting July 7th

LEWISTON, ID – Starting Monday, July 7th, the LC State Warriors will be hosting their All-Skills Volleyball camp, and then for one day only — a volleyball youth camp. With this volleyball camp having different levels of skill, it does not matter; the LC States camp welcomes all levels of skill in the sport. “If […]

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LEWISTON, ID – Starting Monday, July 7th, the LC State Warriors will be hosting their All-Skills Volleyball camp, and then for one day only — a volleyball youth camp.

With this volleyball camp having different levels of skill, it does not matter; the LC States camp welcomes all levels of skill in the sport.

“If you are a beginner that is perfectly fine, we welcome you we would love to teach you the basics and the fundamentals of our sport when it comes to people, let’s say with a higher skill level, we are going to teach you the same maybe go into more depth and more technical into what we’re teaching you” Esther said.

With this camp, Coach Esther wants the takeaway for the kids to have a strong work ethic.

“They work hard, work ethic can be applied both on and off the court, and help players embrace that mentality that would be perfect at the end of the day,” Esther said.

Coach Esther and her fellow teammates have been looking forward to this camp for a while.

“Having our little spikers come into town and having to teach that age group brings a lot of joy not only to me but to my fellow teammates as well,” Esther said.

The All-Skills camp will be running July 7th through the 8th, then LC State will host their youth camp on July 9th.

If you want to sign up, the link to the website will be here.

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Princeton University

PRINCETON – Roko Pozaric ’25 will represent Canada at the 2025 World Aquatics Championships. The event will take place from July 11th to August 3rd in Singapore where the team will have the opportunity to qualify for the 2028 Olympic Games. Having recently won the Roper Trophy, Pozaric graduated as a four-time All-American and three-time […]

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PRINCETON – Roko Pozaric ’25 will represent Canada at the 2025 World Aquatics Championships.

The event will take place from July 11th to August 3rd in Singapore where the team will have the opportunity to qualify for the 2028 Olympic Games.

Having recently won the Roper Trophy, Pozaric graduated as a four-time All-American and three-time NWPC Player of the Year after becoming the men’s water polo team’s all-time leader in goals with 281 while sitting second in assists (172).

He has helped transform the program into a national contender, winning the conference title four years in a row, making it to the Final Four in 2023 behind a program record 28 wins, finishing ranked fifth in the country the last two seasons and beating two of the water polo “big four”, in Cal and Stanford, during his career.

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Baruch Names Chazia Weste Associate AD for Administration and Finance

Story Links Release Courtesy Baruch Athletic Communications NEW YORK – Chazia Weste has been named the new Associate Athletic Director for Administration and Finance for the Baruch College Athletics Department. The announcement was made by Baruch College Director of Athletics & Recreation, Heather MacCulloch on Wednesday. Chazia comes to Baruch College after spending the past […]

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NEW YORK – Chazia Weste has been named the new Associate Athletic Director for Administration and Finance for the Baruch College Athletics Department.

The announcement was made by Baruch College Director of Athletics & Recreation, Heather MacCulloch on Wednesday.

Chazia comes to Baruch College after spending the past ten years at Monroe University (NJCAA D1) in New Rochelle, New York. She is a professional with ten years of experience in athletic business operations with comprehensive knowledge of budgeting, supervising personnel, and management.

“We are thrilled to welcome Chazia Weste as Baruch’s new Associate Athletic Director for Administration and Finance. Chazia brings a wealth of experience in athletic administration, financial planning, and strategic operations that will be instrumental in strengthening the foundation of our department.” Director of Athletics & Recreation Heather MacCulloch said. “Her commitment to excellence and student-athlete success aligns perfectly with our mission, and I’m confident she will make an immediate and lasting impact at Baruch.”

Chazia spent the past three years as the Associate Director of Athletics – Business Operations at Monroe. The first year in this position was spent with Monroe University NJCAA D3 (Express) in the Bronx, New York assisting during their transition in Athletic Directors, while the remaining two years were spent at Monroe University D1 (Mustangs) in New Rochelle, New York.

During her overall time at Monroe University, she also worked as the Assistant Athletic Director, Athletic Business Manager, Athletic Administrative Assistant, and Student Administrative Assistant in the Sports Information Department.

She graduated from Monroe in 2015 earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. She then pursued getting two masters, one in Finance at Iona University (’17), followed by a second in English Literature from Mercy University (’21).

Since 2020, she is also a member of Sigma Tau Delta International English Honor Society and has been a member of the National Association of Black Accounts (NABA) since 2014.

“I’m honored to join Baruch College as the Associate Athletic Director for Administration and Finance. It’s incredibly exciting to be part of such a dynamic and successful program, and I’m especially grateful for the opportunity to learn from and work alongside Athletic Director Heather MacCulloch.,” said Weste, “Her visionary leadership has elevated Baruch Athletics, and I look forward to contributing to the continued growth and excellence of this thriving department—supporting our student-athletes, coaches, and community every step of the way.”

With her decade of experience in collegiate athletics as well as her academic focus in Accounting and Finance, Weste is an ideal fit for this role.

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Washburn volleyball coach Chris Herron, 2007 Final Four team to hall of fame

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – Washburn volleyball head coach Chris Herron and the Ichabods 2007 Final Four team are headed to the hall of fame, the team announced Wednesday night. Coach Herron enters his 25th season as Washburn’s head coach. He’s amassed over 600 wins with the ‘Bods and is a four-time MIAA Coach of the […]

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TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – Washburn volleyball head coach Chris Herron and the Ichabods 2007 Final Four team are headed to the hall of fame, the team announced Wednesday night.

Coach Herron enters his 25th season as Washburn’s head coach. He’s amassed over 600 wins with the ‘Bods and is a four-time MIAA Coach of the Year.

As for the 2007 Final Four team, they went 38-4, helping Washburn to its most successful season in school history. The Lady Blues finished the season ranked 3rd in the country.

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When does the 2025 college volleyball season start?

It’s time for teams the 2025 college volleyball season. After Penn State hoisted its eighth national championship in 2024, the 2025 season will see who’s next to map out a road to the top. You can find information on when the 2025 college volleyball season starts here.This article will be updated if games and times are […]

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It’s time for teams the 2025 college volleyball season. After Penn State hoisted its eighth national championship in 2024, the 2025 season will see who’s next to map out a road to the top.

You can find information on when the 2025 college volleyball season starts here.This article will be updated if games and times are changed.

When does the 2025 college volleyball season start?

The 2025 season begins with the AVCA First Serve Showcase from Friday, Aug. 22 to Monday, Aug. 25. This year, the field has more than doubled from last year to now 10 teams and will use two different venues this season.

Click or tap here for the full season-long schedule and scores. Here are the matches scheduled for the showcase from Friday, Aug. 22 to Monday, Aug. 25:

2025 AVCA First Serve Showcase at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, NE

Friday, Aug. 22:
- Pittsburgh vs. Nebraska | 7 p.m. ET | FOX
- Florida vs. Stanford | 9 p.m. ET | FOX
Saturday, Aug. 23:
- Kansas vs. Vanderbilt | 3 p.m. ET | FS1
  Creighton vs. Penn State | 5 p. m. ET | FS1
Sunday, Aug. 24:
- Florida vs. Pittsburgh | 1 p.m. ET | ESPN
- Stanford vs. Nebraska | 3:30 p.m. ET | ESPN

Last year, the 2024 AVCA First Serve was an electrifying opener to the season at KFC Yum! Center, foreshadowing what was to come four months later at the same venue of the national championship. Two of the four teams competing there in August, Nebraska and Louisville, returned to the arena in December for the NCAA tournament’s semifinals round.

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Here are more matches from the season-opening week, beyond the First Serve Showcase.

August 25, 2025 in Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, SD

Kansas vs. Penn State | 6:30 p.m. ET | Big Ten Network
Minnesota vs. Texas A&M | 8:30 p.m. ET | Big Ten Network

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A week later marks the start of the season for most volleyball teams, featuring a boatload of invitationals and classics across the country.

Below are which showcases, classics or invitationals that feature the final 16 teams from the 2024 NCAA tournament held from Friday, Aug. 29 to Monday, Sept. 1:

Opening Spike Classic – Kohl Center in Madison, WI
- Friday, Aug. 29
  - Kansas vs. Wisconsin | 7 p.m. ET
  - Creighton vs. Texas | 9:30 p.m. ET
- Sunday, Aug. 31
  - Wisconsin vs. Texas | 2 p.m. ET
  - Creighton vs. Kansas | 4:30 p.m. ET
LUV Invitational – Allen Arena in Nashville, TN
- Friday, Aug. 29
  - Nebraska vs. Lipscomb | 7 p.m. ET
- Saturday, Aug. 30
  - Kentucky vs. Lipscomb | 3 p.m. ET
- Sunday, Aug. 31
  - Seton Hall vs. Lipscomb | 3 p.m. ET
Cardinal Classic – L&N Federal Credit Union Arena in Louisville, KY
- Friday, Aug. 29
  - Morehead State vs. St. John’s
- Saturday, Aug. 30
  - Auburn vs. Morehead State
- Sunday, Aug. 31
  - St. John’s vs. Auburn | 12 p.m. ET
  - Louisville vs. Morehead State | 2 p.m. ET
  - Louisville vs. Auburn | 7 p.m. ET
- Monday, Sept. 1
  - St. John’s vs. Louisville | 3 p.m. ET
EVEN Hotel Bobcat Invite – Shroyer Gymnasium in Bozeman, MT
- Friday, Aug. 29
  - Oregon vs. South Dakota | 6 p.m. ET
  - Prairie View A&M vs. Montana State | 9 p.m. ET
- Saturday, Aug. 30
  - Prairie View A&M vs. Oregon | 4 p.m. ET
  - South Dakota vs. Montana State | 7 p.m. ET
- Sunday, Aug. 31
  - South Dakota State vs. Prairie View A&M | 1 p.m. ET
  - Oregon vs. Montana State | 4 p.m. ET
Rainbow Wahine Volleyball Classic – SimpliFi Arena in Honolulu, HI
- Friday, Aug 29
  - San Diego vs. Utah State | 10:45 p.m. ET
  - Marquette vs. Hawaii | 1 a.m. ET (next day)
- Saturday, Aug. 30
  - San Diego vs. Marquette | 10:45 p.m. ET
  - Hawaii vs. Utah State | 1 a.m. ET (next day)
- Sunday, Aug. 31
  - Marquette vs. Utah State | 8:45 p.m. ET
  - San Diego vs. Hawaii | 11 p.m. ET
Rice Invitational – Tudor Fieldhouse in Houston, TX
- Friday, Aug. 29
  - Texas A&M vs. Rice | 7 p.m. ET
- Saturday, Aug. 30
  - Central Arkansas vs. Texas A&M | TBA
- Sunday, Aug. 31
  - Rice vs. Central Arkansas | 2 p.m. ET
Utah Tournament – Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, UT
- Friday, Aug. 29
  - Dayton vs. Washington State
  - Washington State vs. Lafayette
  - Utah vs. Dayton | 9 p.m. ET
- Saturday, Aug. 30
  - Utah vs. Lafayette | 1 p.m. ET
  - Washington State vs. Dayton | 3 p.m. ET
  - Dayton vs. Lafayette | 5 p.m. ET
- Sunday, Aug. 31
  - Utah vs. Washington State | 2 p.m. ET
Broadway Block Party – Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN
- Sunday, Aug. 31
  - Nebraska vs. Kentucky | 12 p.m. ET
  - Purdue vs. Tennessee | 2:30 p.m. ET
  - Illinois vs. Vanderbilt | 5 p.m. ET
State Farm Women’s College Volleyball Showcase – PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA
- Sunday, Aug. 31
  - Pitt vs. TCU | 2 p.m. ET
  - Penn State vs. Arizona State | 5 p.m. ET
- Monday, Sept. 1
  - Penn State vs. TCU | 5 p.m. ET
  - Pitt vs. Arizona State | 7:30 p.m. ET

Some other early-season nonconference games to watch can be found below:

Sunday, Sept. 7
Wednesday, Sept. 10
Friday, Sept. 12
Tuesday, Sept. 16
Wednesday, Sept. 17
Thursday, Sept. 18

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2025 Division I volleyball tournament schedule

Selection Show: Sunday, Nov. 30
First & Second Rounds: Thursday – Saturday, Dec. 4-6
Regionals: Thursday – Sunday, Dec. 11-14
Semifinals: Thursday, Dec. 18 in Kansas City, MO
National Championship: Sunday, Dec. 21 in Kansas City, MO

The semifinals and title game will be played at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri. This will mark the first time since 2017 that Kansas City has hosted the DI volleyball finals and the second time overall.

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