Trans track athlete AB Hernandez competes in state championships as protests mount outside stadium
Transgender athlete AB Hernandez competed in the CIF State Track & Field Championships amid protests demanding that female events be reserved for biological girls. Hernandez, a senior at Jurupa Valley High School, advanced to the finals in multiple events and finished third in the girls' long jump. The competition has sparked significant controversy and debate over the participation of transgender athletes in women's sports.
- ▪AB Hernandez competed in the state championships while protests occurred outside the venue.
- ▪Hernandez finished third in the girls' long jump with a mark of 20 feet, 2 1/4 inches.
- ▪Protesters accused officials of allowing opportunities to be taken from female athletes.
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Metro exclusive Trans track athlete AB Hernandez competes in state championships as protests mount outside stadium By Daniel Farr Published May 30, 2026, 10:02 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google Transgender athlete AB Hernandez competed for a state title Saturday as angry parents and activists rallied outside the CIF State Track & Field Championships, demanding female events be reserved for biological girls. Hernandez, a senior at Jurupa Valley High School, advanced to Saturday’s finals in the girls’ long jump, high jump and triple jump after posting the top qualifying mark in two events during Friday’s preliminary round.
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