Trans Wrestler Accused of Sexually Assaulting Female Opponent During Match

Kallie Keeler, a 16-year-old high school wrestler, claims her transgender opponent tried to push fingers into her vagina during a match.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A female high school wrestler in Washington state is accusing her transgender opponent of trying to sexually assault her during an official wrestling match. Kallie Keeler, a sophomore at Rogers High School, says the trans wrestler, who is biologically male, put his hand between her legs and attempted to push his fingers into her vagina while they were on the mat. Keeler says she was unaware her opponent was transgender until after the match and that the incident "made her uncomfortable." The school district and local authorities have launched investigations into the alleged assault.

Why it matters

This incident has sparked outrage over the participation of transgender athletes in women's sports, with critics arguing it compromises the safety and fairness of competition. The case also highlights ongoing debates around transgender rights, student privacy, and the enforcement of Title IX protections for female athletes.

The details

According to reports, the alleged assault occurred during a December 6 girls wrestling match between Rogers High School and Emerald Ridge High School. Keeler says she was on the mat, face down, with her transgender opponent on top of her when the incident happened. She claims the trans wrestler, who is biologically male, put his hand between her legs and tried to push his fingers into her vagina. Keeler says she was shocked and didn't know how to react, just wanting the match to be over. She later reported the incident to her coach, who said they would investigate. The school district and local sheriff's office have since launched investigations, but Keeler's parents say little has been done so far.

  • The alleged assault occurred during a December 6 girls wrestling match.
  • Keeler reported the incident to her coach shortly after the match.
  • Keeler's parents emailed school officials several days later to express their concerns.
  • On January 9, the school district said the matter was under investigation.
  • On January 30, the district said it could not share details due to student privacy laws.

The players

Kallie Keeler

A 16-year-old sophomore wrestler at Rogers High School in Puyallup, Washington, who has accused her transgender opponent of sexually assaulting her during a match.

Emerald Ridge High School

The high school that Keeler's transgender opponent attends.

Rogers High School

The high school that Keeler attends, where the alleged assault took place.

Puyallup School District

The school district that includes Rogers High School, which has launched an investigation into the alleged assault.

Pierce County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency that has also initiated an investigation into the alleged incident.

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What they’re saying

“I was just kind of like, what? What the heck? I didn't really know what to do or how to handle that situation. I just wanted the match to be over.”

— Kallie Keeler, High School Wrestler (Breitbart)

“This is a huge issue and something that is 100% not OK. The fact that this was done by a biological male who identifies as a female is an even bigger issue for me. Where do we go from here?”

— Kallie Keeler's Mother (Breitbart)

“I most certainly would not put Kallie on the mat if I thought she was competing with a male. I will investigate this and look to see if we have a video on our end. I will touch base with you either this afternoon or tomorrow morning after I do my due diligence.”

— Rogers High School Wrestling Coach (Breitbart)

“This matter is currently under investigation. As such, the district is legally required to protect the privacy of students and families and cannot share details regarding individual students or specific incidents. What we can say is that student safety is a top priority and that all reports involving student safety are taken seriously.”

— Puyallup School District (Breitbart)

“In the same week that the Supreme Court hears oral arguments on the future of Title IX, OCR is aggressively pursuing allegations of discrimination against women and girls by entities that reportedly allow males to compete in women's sports. Time and again, the Trump Administration has made its position clear: violations of women's rights, dignity, and fairness are unacceptable. We will leave no stone unturned in these investigations to uphold women's right to equal access in education programs—a fight that started over half a century ago and is far from finished.”

— Kimberly Richey, Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education (Breitbart)

What’s next

The Puyallup School District and Pierce County Sheriff's Office have both launched investigations into the alleged assault. The U.S. Department of Education has also initiated probes into several school districts in Washington state over complaints of transgender students in girls' changing facilities and bathrooms.

The takeaway

This incident has reignited the debate over the participation of transgender athletes in women's sports, with concerns over the safety and fairness of competition. It also highlights the ongoing challenges schools face in balancing transgender rights with the privacy and protection of female students. The outcome of the investigations and any potential policy changes will be closely watched as schools navigate these complex and sensitive issues.