Riley Gaines

Opinion December 12

Is the Supreme Court going to let women's sports die?

Will the Supreme Court protect and preserve women's sports when they give a ruling in United States v. Skrmetti?

Opinion November 22

RILEY GAINES: Battling for fairness in women’s sports is risky but necessary

Women's sports is under threat as schools allow males to compete. The result undermines athletes' opportunities and safety. Now, that battle is going to federal court.

OPINION October 10

It's XX, Real Women's Day, and here's how you can celebrate

Since the inaugural Real Women's Day, I've been to over 50 different college campuses speaking to students, athletes and administrators about how women are harmed under the guise of “progress."

OPINION August 1

Biden-Harris admin's 4 most dangerous Title IX changes for girls

As the world watches the Olympics, I want bring attention to the Biden-Harris administration’s changes to Title IX, which are set to go into effect on Aug. 1, 2024.

OPINION June 14

Flag Day: The real symbol of unity in 2024

Old Glory symbolizes unity, pride and our shared values. It unites us under the foundational principles of freedom, equality and opportunity that define our republic.

OPINION May 20

Why I swim against the current of the gender identity cult

This is the story of how I became an advocate for women and a champion of our uniqueness. I hope it inspires you to speak the truth in this world that seems to have lost its mind.

OPINION April 29

How Biden's new Title IX regulations eviscerate the definition of sex

Biden's dangerous new Title IX regulations destroy the definition of sex and wreck the opportunities girls and women receive by participating in athletic competition.

NCAA April 18

Opinion: Biden’s Title IX rule adds discrimination against women through the backdoor

Riley Gaines and Paula Scanlan write in a joint op-ed that women's athletic opportunities are in jeopardy underscored by the Biden administration's Title IX rules.

OPINION May 17, 2023

Radicals are trying to redefine 'woman.' It's why America needs a Women's Bill of Rights

Gender ideologues want to redefine womanhood as a subjective state unrelated to biological sex. That's why America needs a Women's Bill of Rights.

OPINION April 17, 2023

I was assaulted by a transgender mob and this is what I plan to do next

I was assaulted by a transgender mob and this is what I plan to do next. As a former All-American swimmer, I know that women’s sports are under threat.