SALT LAKE CITY — A judge has ruled the Utah High School Activities Association acted properly when it adopted a new policy prohibiting transgender athletes from participating in girls sports, following an executive order from President Donald Trump.

That executive order in February blocked federal education funds to entities that “deprive women and girls of fair athletic opportunities.” Although Utah’s 3rd District Court had previously halted implementation of a 2022 law barring transgender athletes from competing in girls sports, the Utah High School Activities Association enacted a similar policy right after Trump’s order was issued, arguing the association risked losing federal funds if it did not comply.

Attorneys representing anonymous athletes and their parents who previously s

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