Savannah Burton will be the first transgender athlete to compete for Canada internationally.
Team Canada Womens dodgeball of the Canadian Dodgeball Association, will make history as another step towards inclusion in the world of sports at Tarkanian Basketball Academy, 2730 S Rancho Dr, Las Vegas, NV on Saturday August 15, 2015.
The first round of matches beginning at 10:30am Pacific time and concluding on Sunday August 16 for the medal rounds.
"My goal would be, through my participation and visibility, that other Trans people especially Trans youth feel they are able to participate at any sport they choose and will be welcomed by their respective governing organizations," said Savannah Burton. Member of Team Canada and Professional actress, in a statement.
"Governing organizations have an obligation to provide welcoming, safe, and inclusive environments for all athletes."
With so many more Transgender people coming out, along with one of the highest profile athletes in history Caitlyn Jenner recently and proudly proclaiming herself to be transgender. Competitive sports are at a crucial point in time with respect to providing appropriate guidelines for participation for Transgender athletes.
Countries participating in the WDBF World Dodgeball Federation World Championships August 15-16th include France, New Zealand, Australia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Mexico, United States and Canada.
