It’s important to establish that boys shouldn’t compete in girls’ sports. This used to be a widely accepted idea, but now, it seems like we’re in a constant struggle to uphold it across schools, courts, and communities throughout America.
There’s a push from some groups claiming that gender is merely a choice—that biology doesn’t matter, and feelings should take precedence over facts. It feels like they want the rest of us to just go along with it, disregarding fairness, security, and the truth.
This isn’t just happening in Oklahoma.
Riley Gaines has been vocal about her experience when a biological male competed against her at a major university’s swimming championship. Since then, there have been attempts to discredit her, the most recent coming from Olympic gymnast Simone Biles, who took to social media with some harsh comments. It’s interesting because Biles stated that girls deserve fair competition. This isn’t a small matter; it’s quite serious.
I want to stress this: as a father of two young girls and a former high school teacher and school head in Oklahoma, I fully support Riley Gaines. Many people in Oklahoma do too. Millions of Americans back her, whether or not the media wants to recognize that.
This isn’t just a theoretical debate. It’s a real issue in our schools. For instance, at one high school in Oklahoma, tensions escalated into a fight after biological males were allowed in girls’ restrooms. We see female athletes losing to boys in track events, and the response is often to push for “inclusivity.” Meanwhile, parents feel silenced, teachers are hesitant to speak up, and girls are sidelined to accommodate a political agenda that seems disconnected from actual education.
I’ve had conversations with managers, coaches, and parents statewide, and there’s a clear consensus: they’re fed up. It feels like we’ve been forced into a situation where boys are dominating what should be girls’ sports, influenced by activists pushing their narrative.
This is why Oklahoma passed the Save Women’s Sports Act, which legally prohibits biological men from competing in women’s sports. We didn’t wait for permission or for someone in Washington to take action. As a state supervisor, I’m here to enforce this law—ignore it and face funding penalties. It really is that straightforward.
The Biden administration has been threatening states like ours, attempting to impose a new Title IX rule that could allow boys into girls’ locker rooms and programs. I’ve made it clear: Oklahoma will not comply. With a potential shift in leadership, there’s an opportunity for a return to what many consider normal. We won’t be intimidated into ignoring reality, faith, or parental rights.
The media may not highlight it, but here’s a truth: we are making progress.
Across the country, states of all political stripes—red, purple, and even some blue—are pushing back against these ideas. At this point, 26 states have implemented laws safeguarding girls’ sports. Poll after poll indicates that everyday Americans, regardless of their party affiliation, overwhelmingly support keeping boys out of girls’ competitions. This isn’t a 50/50 issue; it’s more like an 80/20, and it seems that the extreme viewpoints are losing ground.
Some thought they could suppress our voices, but instead, there’s a movement building. Parents are standing up; coaches are drawing decisive lines.
This is framed as a culture war, but the reality is clearer—let’s clarify who’s prevailing.
This is just the beginning of our fight to reclaim common sense and push back against the tide. It’s encouraging to see that common sense isn’t just hanging on; it’s actually coming back strong.
And here in Oklahoma, we’re taking charge.
