Court rules that states can exclude transgender athletes from girls’ and women’s sports teams

A recent decision by the Supreme Court has implications for local sports teams. The court considered laws in Idaho and West Virginia regarding athlete eligibility. The justices' ruling was unanimous on one point, but they were divided on another aspect of the case. Justice Brett Kavanaugh authored a lengthy opinion on the matter. Further details on the decision and its potential effects are available from SCOTUSblog, which has been following the case and providing updates on the ruling and its implications for women's and girls' sports teams in the area.