Title IX is a federal civil rights law in the United States that was enacted as part of the Education Amendments of 1972. Its primary purpose is to prohibit sex-based discrimination in any school or educational program that receives federal funding.

"No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

Title IX was passed to address widespread, systemic discrimination against women and girls in education.

Before 1972, women were often denied admission to colleges, scholarships, and professional programs simply because of their sex. In athletics, the disparities were even more glaring—few sports teams existed for girls, and those that did often lacked funding, facilities, and support.

Title IX was a groundbreaking law that paved the way for women’s increased participation in sports, education, and leadership roles, helping level the playing field in institutions that were once inaccessible or unequal.

Riley Gaines is a 12x All-American swimmer and outspoken advocate for women’s sports. After competing against a male athlete in the NCAA championships, she began speaking out to protect fairness and single-sex competition.

The collaboration with Riley Gaines and Title IX represents a powerful stand for protecting women’s sports as they were meant to be—fair, female, and grounded in truth.

The fight isn’t over—and the future of women’s sports is worth protecting.

The future of Title IX is being actively shaped—and challenged.

As more people question what it means to protect “sex-based” rights, the fight is shifting from just equal access to defining fairness.

At XX-XY Athletics, we believe the future of Title IX must stay true to its intent: protecting opportunities for women, as women.

“I’m beyond excited for my first-ever true collaboration product line—and I couldn’t love it more. From the red, white, and blue color palette to the baggy tee and hoodie to the signature labeling, every detail feels right. We agreed to call the collection BE BOLD from the start because that’s my mission: to inspire others to speak up and be bold. I love this partnership, and I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve created. It’s the perfect blend of XX-XY Athletics and my personal style. Title IX opened the doors for women in sport—and we’re not giving that up. Be bold, wear your values, and have faith and courage for the girls who need us to be strong for them. This collection is for real athletes who love America.”