Boise State praised for forfeiting title shot as SJSU trans player stood in way: 'Real champion'

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The Boise State women's volleyball team made the decision to forgo any chance of winning the Mountain West tournament as they were set to face a transgender player in the semifinals.

After defeating Utah State in the first round, the Lady Broncos had a state setup with second-seeded San Jose state University, which has trans player Blaire Fleming on its roster.

Shortly after their playoff victory, Boise State said it would forfeit the semifinal game, thus automatically putting SJSU in the final.

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Blaire Fleming of San Jose State is shown during the match against Air Force on Oct. 19, 2024, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. (Andrew Wevers/Getty Images)

"The decision to not continue to play in the 2024 Mountain West Volleyball Championship tournament was not an easy one," Boise State Athletics wrote in a statement. "Our team overcame forfeitures to earn a spot in the tournament field and fought for the win over Utah State in the first round on Wednesday.

"They should not have to forgo this opportunity while waiting for a more thoughtful and better system that serves all athletes."

The Broncos' decision was met with lots of praise on social media.

It was the third time the Broncos forfeited against San Jose State this season; they also opted not to play in their two regular-season matches.

Blaire Fleming of San Jose State digs the ball against Air Force on Oct. 19, 2024, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. (Andrew Wevers/Getty Images)

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Utah State, which Boise State had beaten, forfeited its lone game