Stephen F. Austin beach volleyball program faces cuts amid Title IX lawsuit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 9:35 AM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
Stephen F. Austin State University has cut its beach volleyball program, affecting players like Ryann Allison and Brynn Dowd. After a successful season, the abrupt decision is attributed to financial constraints, prompting Allison and teammates to file a Title IX lawsuit alleging gender discrimination. Other women's sports teams at the university, including women's golf and bowling, also faced program eliminations in recent months. The lawsuit aims to challenge the cuts and seek reinstatement of the teams.
- •Ryann Allison and Brynn Dowd were cut from the team without explanation.
- •The beach volleyball program was reported cut in May due to financial issues.
- •Allison and teammates filed a Title IX lawsuit to contest the cuts.
- •Other women's sports teams also faced eliminations at Stephen F. Austin.
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