Trans athlete AB Hernandez’s mom posts criticism of new policy allowing girls to ‘win’ too
The mother of transgender athlete AB Hernandez criticized California school officials for a new policy allowing biological female athletes to receive duplicate medals. This policy has sparked significant debate regarding transgender participation in high school sports. While some argue it undermines female athletes, supporters advocate for equal opportunities for transgender students.
- ▪Nereyda Hernandez publicly criticized the CIF for allowing duplicate podium placements for biological female athletes.
- ▪The CIF's new policy permits biological female competitors to advance without winning and guarantees them medal placements alongside transgender athletes.
- ▪During the medal ceremonies, Hernandez's female rivals distanced themselves from her, highlighting the ongoing controversy.
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Metro Trans athlete AB Hernandez’s mom posts criticism of new policy allowing girls to ‘win’ too By Zain Khan Published May 18, 2026, 8:24 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The mother of controversial transgender high school track athlete AB Hernandez publicly shared a post slamming California school officials for allowing biological female athletes to receive duplicate podium placements and medals at state track competitions.
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