Evie Parts, a long-distance runner, is suing the NCAA and Swarthmore College after her removal from the track team coincided with the NCAA's new guidelines affecting transgender athletes. The lawsuit claims that the NCAA's policy has no legal basis as it is a private organization that does not have jurisdiction over state law. Parts alleges that her removal caused significant emotional distress, leading her to self-harm. The college acknowledged the difficulties facing the transgender community but stated they needed to align with NCAA guidelines amid evolving regulations.
Evie Parts claims that the NCAA's ban lacks legal foundation as it is not a government-run entity and does not govern state law or Title IX.
The lawsuit states that the actions of Swarthmore officials led Evie Parts into a severe depressive state, resulting in self-harm and suicidal thoughts.
According to Parts' attorney, the NCAA's policy is discriminatory and Swarthmore College chose to implement this policy despite violating federal and state laws.
In response to the situation, Swarthmore College acknowledged the challenge for transgender athletes and expressed their commitment to provide support during the policy changes.
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