BYU runners criticized over 'immodest' training attire
September 28, 2026 at 7:02 AM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

BYU cross country teams faced social media complaints over the modesty of their training attire, with critics questioning whether the uniforms align with Church standards. The Salt Lake Tribune's Gordon Monson argues the criticism misses the point.
The controversy reflects ongoing tensions within the faithful community over modesty standards, athletic performance, and how the Church's dress code applies to competitive sports. The runners are competing under standard NCAA athletic wear.
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