On Oct. 16, Fresno State eliminated its lacrosse program, and this cut left many of its players wondering if Fresno State is violating Title IX. The player’s legal counsel believes the university has and is now threatening litigation.
Lacrosse was one of three programs cut, along with men’s tennis and wrestling. The Fresno State Athletic Department cited a significant budgetary impact due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fresno State said it expects to have a deficit of $6.6 million in the upcoming fiscal year. The department’s average annual operating deficit is $2.2 million, and cutting three sports will save approximately $2.