Chris Mosier — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

First known out trans athlete to join a U.S. national team different from his sex at birth (Team USA sprint duathlon men's team, 2015).
Consultant at Self-employed since 2014.
Founder of TransAthlete since 2013, a resource for trans inclusion in athletics.
Catalyst for change in International Olympic Committee (IOC) guidelines for transgender athletes in 2016.
Serves on the Board of Directors of Point of Pride.
Holds a Master of Arts (MA) in Higher Education/Higher Education Administration.

Biography

Chris Mosier is an American advocate for transgender rights and a competitive triathlete, duathlete, and racewalker. He began his athletic career before transitioning, starting his transition in 2010. In 2015, Mosier earned a spot on the Team USA sprint duathlon men's team for the 2016 World Championship in the men's 35-39 age group division, making him the first known out trans athlete to join a U.

S. national team different from his sex at birth.