On Mar. 15, the Columbia Bible College (CBC) Bearcats clinched their first CCAA national title in program history — minus head coach and UFV alumni Taylor Claggett. The win came against St. Mary’s University Lightning by a score of 77-70.
This comes months after controversy surrounding Claggett’s alleged misconduct concerning Vancouver Island Mariners transgender athlete, Harriette Mackenzie.
PacWest launched an investigation into the matter and considered the case closed as of Feb. 4, 2025. Claggett was subsequently removed from the coaching staff, along with CBC being stripped of their provincial hosting duties. It’s unclear if Claggett has been away from the team due to a suspension.
The Cascade reached out to Claggett for comment, which she has declined at this time.
Her coaching status for next season remains uncertain, although CBC “fully expects” her to be reinstated.
