Emma Weyant Archives

DeSantis Overrules NCAA, Officially Declares Emma Weyant the ‘Best Women’s Swimmer in 500 Freestyle’

March 22, 2022 - 1:49 pm by David Hawkins

Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis has overruled the NCAA and announced that Florida will recognize runner-up UVA swimmer Emma Weyant “as the best women’s swimmer in the 500y freestyle.”

DeSantis to Sign Proclamation to Officially Declare Florida Swimmer Winner over Transgender Lia Thomas

March 22, 2022 - 1:03 pm by Frank Bergman

Republican Governor Ron DeSantis has announced he is signing a proclamation to officially declare a female Florida swimmer the winner in her race against biological male transgender athlete Lia Thomas.