A Surfing Icon Defending Women’s Sports with Unshakable Faith

Bethany Hamilton: Taking a Stand Against Men in Women’s Sports—Her Bold Fight for Fairness and Integrity

Aug 25, 2024

By Nadine Safron

Bethany Hamilton is more than a world-class surfer. She’s a symbol of resilience, spiritual strength, and an advocate for women's sports. Most know her for the shark attack she survived at just 13 years old, losing her left arm but returning to competitive surfing less than a month later. However, Bethany’s story is about more than just overcoming adversity—it's about standing firm in her worldview, no matter the cost.

Bethany Hamilton holds a trophy in victory at a surfing competition, standing tall with fellow surfers on the beach, embodying resilience and leadership in women's sports. — *Bethany Hamilton celebrates a victory with pride and willpower, continuing to inspire surfers and athletes worldwide with her unshakable devotion and stand for fairness in women's sports.*

Recently, Bethany made waves once again by speaking out against men competing in women’s sports. In her interview with Tucker Carlson, she shared her thoughts on equality, integrity, and the importance of preserving the sanctity of women’s athletics. Her stance aligns with that of many other female athletes who are raising their voices in opposition to policies that blur the lines between male and female competition.

Bethany Hamilton Chats with Tucker: Standing Firm Against the World Surf League, Transgender Athletes, and the Personal Cost of Speaking Out

Talk about fierce drive—just 26 days after losing her arm to a shark attack, she was back on her board, defying the odds and proving that nothing, not even the most unimaginable challenges, can hold back the unstoppable power of the human spirit. And let me tell you, it's not easy to impress my sister Francine—she's had her own share of near-death experiences in extreme sports and her work—but even she was left wowed when she finally grasped how crazy insane Bethany's comeback really was.

Bethany's trust in God plays a central role in her life and decisions. She is unapologetically outspoken about her Christian guiding principles, even when it costs her sponsors. But as Bethany has demonstrated time and again, her principles matter more than endorsement deals. She refuses to compromise her virtues, and that commitment continues to inspire not just surfers, but Christians, women, and anyone striving to live authentically in a world that often pressures conformity.

Defending Women's Sports

Bethany Hamilton’s stance on men competing in women’s sports is both clear and unwavering. She firmly believes that allowing biological males to compete in female categories undermines the very fundamentals of equity that women have fought for over decades. In her full interview with Tucker Carlson, she highlighted the critical importance of athletes like herself having the courage to speak out—despite the increasing pressures, repercussions, and even punitive measures imposed by governing bodies and sports leagues.

Bethany Hamilton powerfully maneuvers on her surfboard, showcasing her skill and determination as she rides the waves. — *Bethany Hamilton carving through the waves with precision and strength, a true champion on and off the water, advocating for fairness in women’s sports.*

For Bethany, this issue transcends the realm of sports—it’s fundamentally about standing up for justice.

In 2024, there are those who may dismiss her position as antiquated, but Bethany’s fight for integrity will never lose its relevance. To call it anything less than insanity that we’re even debating this is to understate the obvious. This is nothing short of a calculated effort to dismantle the foundations of society. It's a grim reflection of how deeply our culture has eroded, and a warning of the darker future awaiting us if figures like Kamala Harris continue to gain power.

Bethany Hamilton continues to carve through the waves with the same precision and determination she applies to her advocacy—both in the surf and in the broader fight to uphold the integrity of women’s sports. In my view, her stance is also a stand against a deeper, more insidious agenda—one orchestrated by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), as numerous national security experts have warned. The gender debates we are witnessing are more than just societal flashpoints; they are diversions, potentially engineered to distract from the CCP’s more sinister global objectives as we approach the 2024 election.

A Call to Conscience: Preserving the Dignity and Rights of Female Athletes

Bethany raised an urgent question during her interview: How can we, as a society, allow such practices to continue? She emphasized the dangerous message being sent to young girls and women—that their achievements, and even their bodies, are being disregarded in favor of political and ideological trends. For her, this issue isn’t merely about winning titles or securing trophies—it’s about safeguarding dignity, justice, and respect for all female athletes.

Bethany isn’t alone in this fight. Other athletes, such as tennis legend Martina Navratilova and Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies, have voiced similar concerns. Hamilton’s voice adds considerable weight to a growing movement aimed at protecting the integrity of women’s sports. We explored these issues in-depth in our article, "How Many Women Must Be Exploited or Killed Before The IOC, Kamala Harris, and the Dems Stop the Insanity?" which delves into the very real dangers posed by allowing male athletes to compete in women’s sports. Kaitlynn Wheeler, a former competitive swimmer and outspoken advocate, has also argued that political figures like Kamala Harris are complicit in the systematic sidelining of genuine female athletes.

Conviction and Ideals at the Forefront

What makes Bethany’s advocacy even more powerful is the foundation from which it stems—her deep Christian faith. Throughout her career, Bethany has made it clear that her spirituality guides her, despite times when the road is difficult. When your moral compass is this strong, even losing an arm can’t shake you off course.

Bethany Hamilton enjoying time with her husband and children by the beach, embodying her commitment to faith, family, and resilience. — *Bethany Hamilton shares a special moment with her family by the ocean, where her beliefs and family values play a central role in her life.*

She shared with Tucker Carlson how her moral foundation not only helped her through the shark attack but also how it informs her decisions today. Though she lost sponsorship deals due to her outspoken stance on gender and balance in sports, Bethany remains undeterred. She believes that staying true to her tenets is more important than compromising for monetary gain.

As someone who knows the world of extreme sports firsthand, Bethany's example resonates deeply. It’s one thing to face physical challenges, but it’s another to stand up against societal and institutional pressures. Bethany's courage is rooted in her spiritual strength and steadfastness, and that is a lesson for all of us.

An Inspiration for All

Bethany Hamilton’s story is one of triumph, not only in the world of surfing but also in life. Her perseverance in the face of immense challenges makes her an inspiration to others—not just to female athletes, but to anyone who values moral courage.

She’s living proof that no matter how tough life gets, staying true to your core beliefs will carry you through. And while some may try to silence voices like Bethany’s, her story is a testament to the power of faith, fortitude, and the importance of standing up for what you believe in.

Bethany Hamilton surfing powerfully through a wave, embodying strength, resilience, and her unshakable faith in action. — *Bethany Hamilton rides a wave with the same courage and resolve she applies to her advocacy for women’s sports and faith-driven values.*

Personal Note from Nadine:

Bethany Hamilton’s journey hits close to home for me and my sisters. As avid surfers and lovers of adventure sports, we deeply admire her courage, strength, and unwavering faith. Like Bethany, we are also fighting for what is right—standing up for the values that matter, even when the odds are stacked against us. Bethany’s story isn’t just inspiring to us as athletes—it’s a reminder of the power of standing firm in your ethos, no matter the cost. Her example is one we hold close to our hearts.

JUST SAY NO—HELL NO—TO MEN IN WOMEN'S SPORTS! AND SAY NO TO THOSE WHO PLAN TO PERPETUATE IT... I.E., KOMRAD KAMALA!