The Ben Shapiro Show Defending the Integrity of Women's Sports | Riley Gaines
May 26, 2024
Riley Gaines, a former University of Kentucky swimmer and advocate for women's sports, shares her compelling journey from a small town in Tennessee to becoming a voice for fairness in athletics. She dives into her experiences facing off against policies allowing biological males in women’s competitions, sparking significant debate. Riley discusses the challenges of gender identity in sports, the impact on female athletes, and her push for institutional change. Her fierce advocacy embodies the fight for integrity in women's athletics.
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Riley Gaines' Swimming Journey
- Riley Gaines, a 12-time All-American swimmer, excelled at the University of Kentucky.
- Her family's athletic background influenced her journey, with swimming becoming her focus.
Discovering Leah Thomas
- Riley Gaines first encountered Leah Thomas, a biological male competing in women's swimming, during her senior year.
- Thomas's unexpected dominance raised red flags, leading to the discovery of Thomas's transgender status.
Leah Thomas's Background
- None of Gaines' coaches, teammates or competitors knew who Leah Thomas was before an article revealed Thomas was formerly Will Thomas.
- Will Thomas had previously competed on the men's team at UPenn for three years.