USGA to Allow Transgendered Golfers

Although Transgendered is a "catch-all" term, in my opinion, I think they mean TS...

Officials with the U.S. Golf Association reportedly have cleared the way for Transgendered athletes to compete in USGA championships, including the U.S. Women's Open.

The ruling is said to be effective immediately, and be the "standard" used to determine a contestant's eligibility in the organization's 2005 championship events.

The new policy says Transgendered athletes WILL be eligible to compete two years after having gender reassignment surgery, subject to proof of gender guidelines.

A medical committee will be appointed to advise the association in developing guidelines and put the new the new standards into effect.


Posted: Friday 25th March 2005, 8:28 AM

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