In March 2019, 18-year-old Colorado high school wrestler Brendan Johnston chose to forfeit two state tournament matches against female opponents—Jaslynn Gallegos and Angel Rios—effectively ending his high school wrestling career due to his Christian faith and personal beliefs regarding the physical aggressiveness of wrestling women. Johnston clarified that his decision was not based on treating female wrestlers as unequal, but rather on recognizing inherent differences between the sexes while respecting their dedication. Both Gallegos and Rios, who went on to make history as the first females to place in the tournament, expressed understanding and respect for his decision, sparking a broader conversation about sports, gender, and personal beliefs….
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