Link: https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2026/07/trans-teen-pressured-out-of-irish-dance-competition-in-florida/

A trans teen withdrew from the girls’ division of an Irish Dance contest in Florida after the organizers were pressured by state officials to kick her out. However, it is unclear whether the girl’s participation in the competition would have actually violated any law.

“No young person should become the center of a political fight simply because they want to participate in the activities they love,” said Public Policy Manager for Equality Florida Quinn Diaz in a statement. “At a time when Florida is competing to attract visitors, talent, and major events from around the world, the question for our leaders is simple: will we send a message that our doors are closed, that ours is only a state for some? Or will we make it clear that everyone is welcome here?”

The Irish dance contest is governed by the Irish Dance Teachers’ Association of North America (IDTANA). That organization has trans-inclusive policies that allow competitors to decide how they compete. They have previously defended those policies, and the community has supported that move, including by setting up a petition to the Dublin-based governing body, An Coimisiún le Rincí Gaelacha (CLRG), to voice their unequivocal support for the inclusion of trans dancers.

The trans girl biological advantage in dancing, of course... god, I hate this. Hope little sister is OK.

aaand again we see that conservatives don't actually care about any "advantages" but instead just wanna be hateful. what a surprise.

poor girl :(

Good! The LAST thing we Want is for Kids to have FUN in Sports where they have NO Advantage whatsoever!

-Protect The Kids TM People!

Transphobes hate fun.

Society should not compromise at all with conservatives on trans rights.

"Pressured by state officials" those fuckers should be named and shamed. Absolutely pathetic sacks of shit.

I think forced neutering should be introduced for assholes like this. Whatever ethical harm comes from it won't touch the harm done by them to children. Probably save victims from being assaulted by them too.

Tranphobes hate.

It's Florida, so DeSantis was at least one of those pressuring the organizers of the competition.