SAN JOSE, California — A volleyball match scheduled to take place between the University of Nevada and San Jose State University on Saturday has been relocated from Reno, Nevada, to San Jose, California.

The decision was jointly announced by both schools on Tuesday, with the approval from the Mountain West Conference.

In their statement, the institutions expressed that “the decision to change the venue of the match has been made with the best interests of both teams and the well-being of the student-athletes, coaching staff, and spectators in mind.”

Prior to the announcement, a number of Nevada players had released a statement indicating they would not participate in what was supposed to be their home game against San Jose State. They emphasized their “right to safety and fair competition.” However, the university reaffirmed its commitment to proceed with the match, citing state laws that prohibit forfeiture due to issues related to gender identity or expression.

The possibility remains that the match could be concluded as a forfeit if the Wolf Pack choose not to compete. The Nevada team has a scheduled game against Fresno State on Thursday.

This season, San Jose State has already faced cancellations from four different teams: Southern Utah, Boise State, Wyoming, and Utah State. None of these teams have provided explicit reasons for their forfeit. All the institutions involved, except for Southern Utah, belong to the Mountain West Conference.

Political leaders from Wyoming, Idaho, and Utah have commented, suggesting these cancellations are aimed at protecting women’s sports.

Mountain West Commissioner Gloria Nevarez expressed her deep disappointment last week regarding the events unfolding this season connected to the Spartans and their competitors.

Overall, the shifting dynamics surrounding women’s sports and competition continue to prompt discussions across institutions and political spheres.