A transgender athlete has applied to join an Australian women’s basketball league.
Basketball Victoria is set to approve an application for the player to compete in the NBL1 South women’s competition.
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Basketball Victoria confirmed the news as they continue to work through the eligibility requirements ahead of the 2023 season.
While no official confirmation was released by the governing body, News Corp’s Matt Logue confirmed the team looking to play a transgender athlete is Kilysth Cobras.
Former NBA star Andrew Bogut unleashed with several tweets on Monday afternoon, calling on the fathers of girls to unite and bring about action.
“Word is @NBL1 South Women will have a…
