Many people don't know about trans female athletes because there is a lack of representation in professional sports. It's hard enough to be a trans woman in the world today. It can be even harder when you're also an athlete. There are so many challenges and obstacles that transgender women face, and it doesn't get any easier with anti-trans measures.

As it turns out, there is an entire community of talented lesbian athletes that has been making waves in professional and amateur sports. Meet some of these female athletes who are paving the way to success in their sport.