Women’s Disc Golfer Storms Off Field After Refusing To Compete Against Trans Rival.

There has been significant debate lately regarding the participation of transgender athletes in women’s sports. What was once celebrated as a victory for inclusivity is now facing pushback.

More female athletes are increasingly voicing their concerns and choosing not to compete against transgender competitors. A notable incident occurred on Friday, April 4.

Abigail Wilson was scheduled to participate in the Disc Golf Pro Tour’s Music City Open in Nashville, Tennessee. Instead of competing against transgender athlete Natalie Ryan, she opted to withdraw from the event.

This situation echoes a recent case involving Stephanie Turner, a 31-year-old fencer who also refused to compete against a transgender athlete. She faced harsh penalties, including a black card for not competing against what was deemed an ‘eligible athlete.’

Natalie Ryan has been at the center of controversy, especially after she eliminated the top-ranked female disc golfer in a 2022 tournament.

In a video shared on Instagram, Abigail Wilson is seen walking onto the course as her name is announced. She begins to throw the disc but then keeps it in her hand and addresses the crowd, declaring: “Females must be protected in our division. This is unfair. I refuse to play.”

Accompanying the video was a message explaining her decision. She stated: “Today I chose not to compete at the Music City Open. Women deserve to have their gender-protected division upheld. This is unjust.

“I have put in tremendous effort to reach this level in the DGPT, but I believe that sacrificing my career and hard work is worthwhile if it helps create a better future for other women, daughters, nieces, and the sport as a whole.”

If you believe it’s unjust for biological males to compete in female-designated sports divisions, now is the moment to voice your concerns and stand firm.