Former SJSU Coach Claims Retaliation After Title IX Complaint Against Trans Athlete

Ex-San Jose State volleyball coach sues school after losing job in transgender athlete saga

An ex-San Jose State University women's volleyball assistant coach alleges she was fired for filing a Title IX complaint about a transgender player on the team, a new lawsuit claims.

Former SJSU coach claims retaliation after Title IX complaint against trans athlete

A former assistant women's volleyball coach alleged that the California State University system for suspending her over a Title IX complaint

Ex-SJSU volleyball coach opens up on lawsuit after losing job amid trans athlete scandal

Former San Jose State volleyball coach Melissa Batie-Smoose filed a lawsuit alleging retaliation after her suspension following Title IX complaint about transgender player Blaire Fleming.

Volleyball coach fired over trans student; reveals special treatment trans athlete received from school

A former San Jose State women’s volleyball coach has come forward with detailed allegations about preferential treatment given to a transgender player. Melissa Batie-Smoose, who was suspended in November 2024, claims her dismissal was retaliatory after she filed a Title IX complaint against the university and volleyball player Blaire Fleming. Last week, Batie-Smoose escalated the matter by filing a lawsuit against the Board of Trustees of the Ca…