Some rugby programs eliminate women's teams in favor of 'open' category for trans athletes

A rugby program that competes in competitions sanctioned by USA Rugby eliminated their women's teams to start a team under the new "open" gender division. The changes come in response to a new policy by USA Rugby to only allow biological females to compete in women's competition. 

The Charlotte Royals has switched its women's team to the "open" category, and alongside another team, the Mother Ruckers, has put out statements declaring their support for the "open" category, encouraging other...