“Today’s decision is a victory for those who believe that transgender people have the right to participate in sports just like everyone else," Urena said in a statement.
Nassau County, N.Y., ban on female transgender athletes struck down after roller derby league sues
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The ban will also make it hard for the league, which has two teams and about 25 players, to recruit and will hurt its ability to host competitions with other leagues, Urena said.
After a county restricted transgender women in sports, a roller derby league said, 'No way'
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