Julie Tétart, a 6-foot-3 biological male basketball player who dominated France’s second-tier Ligue 2 during the 2025-26 season, is reportedly open to playing in the WNBA if contacted, though potential legal and political hurdles in the United States remain an obstacle, according to an interview with OutKick.
Ligue 2 Dominance and Individual Awards in France
Playing for a Monaco club, Tétart put up massive numbers during the 2025-26 campaign. According to reporting by OutKick, Tétart averaged 21 points and 20 rebounds per contest, finishing first in the league in both categories. During a March game, Tétart recorded 21 points and a league-record 30 rebounds.
That statistical dominance translated into hardware. OutKick reported that Tétart won Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, and Domestic Player of the Year honors. However, missing out on the league MVP award drew accusations of collusion against the captains and coaches who cast the votes.
WNBA Aspirations and American Political Obstacles
Despite the success abroad, a transition to professional leagues in the United States faces significant administrative hurdles. When asked by OutKick if a professional opportunity in the U.S. appeals, Tétart responded, “If they contact me, I won’t say no. But you have to be realistic: I’m old, and there are far better players than me!”
Tétart pointed directly to American politics as the primary roadblock, telling OutKick, “The league, yes. The country, no, haha.” That assessment points to policies enacted under President Donald Trump. Supreme Court ruled on June 30 that states may keep transgender girls and women off female school teams.
Did you know? Under current French Basketball Federation rules, males are permitted to join women’s teams once they legally change their sex. However, Reduxx reported that the federation is weighing rule changes following complaints from female athletes. Tétart stated that any official rule reversal would trigger a move to a foreign league.
Player Reactions and Debates Over Inclusion
The inclusion of biological males in women’s sports has drawn sharp criticism from professional athletes in the United States. Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham spoke out against the practice during an interview with ESPN, stating that she wants “to protect young girls in a locker room, or young girls in sport who shouldn’t have to go against biological men.”
When OutKick asked Tétart to respond to Cunningham’s public remarks, Tétart offered no comment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Julie Tétart?
Julie Tétart is a 6-foot-3 biological male basketball player who came out as transgender in October 2021 and played in France’s second-tier Ligue 2 for a Monaco club during the 2025-26 season, according to OutKick.
What statistics did Tétart put up in France?
Tétart averaged 21 points and 20 rebounds per contest, finishing first in Ligue 2 in both categories, per OutKick reports. This performance included a single-game record of 30 rebounds in March.
Why would a WNBA career face challenges?
According to OutKick, Tétart views American politics as the main obstacle. Federal actions, including an executive order signed by President Donald Trump in February 2025 barring men from women’s sports, alongside a June 30 Supreme Court ruling allowing states to restrict transgender athletes, create a difficult landscape for participation.
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