Vermont Cancels Women’s Basketball Game Against UNC Over HB2

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — The University of Vermont has cancelled their women’s basketball game against UNC due to House Bill 2 according to Jeff Schulman, the school’s athletic director.

The contest was scheduled for December 28th in Chapel Hill.

Schulman released the following statement:

“The decision to cancel to our Dec. 28 women’s basketball game at North Carolina was made as a result of concerns over the HB2 law, which prevents transgender people from using government-run bathrooms based on their gender identity.

We strive very hard to create an inclusive climate for our students and staff in which they all can feel safe, respected, and valued. It would be hard to fulfill these obligations while competing in a state with this law, which is contrary to our values as an athletic department and university.

This decision was made in consultation with our coaches, the women’s basketball team, and key university officials. We fully understand and sympathize with the impact that this decision may have on the North Carolina women’s basketball schedule. However, we believe this decision is consistent with our values and the conversations with our coaches and student team members. These were the most important considerations.”