Nevada Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony announced Wednesday morning his intent to form a task force he says will protect women’s sports.
In the announcement, Lt. Governor Anthony says the task force will work with athletes, coaches, educators, and policymakers to advance policies that prioritize fairness, protect women’s safe spaces, uphold opportunities for women, and preserve the integrity of competition.
“Nevadans have made it clear that they do not want men taking female athletes’ spots on sports teams, stealing athletic titles and records from women, and taking their daughters’ scholarship opportunities, this Task Force is crucial to safeguard the future of women’s athletics and ensure that the playing field remains level for all.”
– Lieutenant Governor Anthony
The task force will be chaired by Marshi Smith, an NCAA champion swimmer and Henderson resident who is a leading advocate for fairness in sports.
Other members of the task force will include Sia Li’ili’i, University of Nevada, Reno volleyball player and Independent Women’s Forum ambassador; Deborah Earl, vice president & COO of Power2Parent; Kendall Lewis, Galena High School athlete; Lydia Dominguez, Clark County School District trustee; Shannon Nordstrom, attorney and former hearing commissioner/alternate Las Vegas Municipal Court judge; Carrie Buck, Nevada state senator; Bert Gurr, Nevada assemblyman; Clara Andriola, Washoe County commissioner; Charlene Bybee, Sparks City Councilwoman; and Stephanie Goodman, Nevada System of Higher Education regent.
“Women’s sports represent so much more than competition, sports are about empowerment, resilience, and the pursuit of excellence. Generations of women have worked tirelessly so female athletes can compete, earn scholarships, and gain the recognition they deserve. This Task Force will address emerging challenges and work to preserve opportunities for current and future generations of female athletes. ”
– Lieutenant Governor Anthony
Currently in Reno
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