A resolution that the “Placentia-Yorba Linda Board of Education supports policies that restrict participation in women’s sports to athletes who are biological females” was discarded on a 3-2 vote by the district’s trustees at the board’s regular May meeting.
The resolution was presented by Trustee Leandra Blades and supported by Trustee Todd Frazier. Opposition votes were cast by board President Marilyn Anderson and trustees Carrie Buck and Tricia Quintero.
According to the resolution, the restriction was proposed “in order to promote competitive fairness, athlete safety and the integrity of women’s athletics.” The restriction would be “advanced within the scope of the board’s authority and in compliance with Title IX and federal law.”
Title IX became federal law in 1972 to ensure that male and female students and employees in educational settings that receive federal financial support are treated equally and fairly. The law also protects transgender students and students who don’t conform to gender stereotypes.
The failed Placentia-Yorba Linda resolution said participation by biological males in women’s sports “raised concerns about maintaining competitive balance, ensuring athlete safety and preserving opportunities for female athletes.”
The resolution also said, “Title IX was hard fought 50 years ago and put in place to protect women and provide fair opportunities,” and further stated the board “affirms its commitment to supporting and promoting opportunities for female athletes in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.”
Blades said that females were “losing scholarships and rankings” and that it “is time we take a stand for the girls.” Frazier said he agreed and the resolution was “common sense” and “the right thing to do.”
Buck said the resolution “violates the law” and cited various state education code sections. She presented an alternate resolution, but her wording never came to a vote. Quintero said that the district has no transgirls in sports and agreed with Buck to deny the Blades resolution.
Anderson said the resolution would “open the door to litigation” and that proponents should “go to legislators and advocate” their positions. She noted that trustees “do not make the law.”
Jim Drummond is a longtime Yorba Linda resident. He gives his opinion on local issues weekly. Send e-mail to jimdrummond@hotmail.com.
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