Controversia WNBA por Sophie Cunningham genera protestas, suspensión de copropietaria y demanda de política

Lynx coach defends trans athletes ahead of big game vs Fever with Sophie Cunningham rally scheduled outside

foxnews.com • 1 de ago 23:30

Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve defended the right of protesters to gather outside the team’s game against the Indiana Fever while urging the WNBA to adopt a clear transgender-player policy.

'Sophie Night' to strike Minnesota as WNBA firmly becomes next frontier for 'Save Women's Sports' movement

Fox News • 1 de ago 19:06

Former gymnast Jennifer Sey is organizing a protest outside the Target Center before the Indiana Fever face the Minnesota Lynx, supporting player Sophie Cunningham's stance on women’s sports.

Sophie Cunningham supporters rallied outside in Portland while liberal fans booed her inside

Fox News • 1 de ago 16:31

Women’s-rights advocates gathered outside the Moda Center before the Portland Fire’s WNBA game, while the player faced boos from some spectators inside the venue.

Sophie Cunningham sends blunt message to booing, trans flag-waving WNBA crowd after drilling shot

Fox News • 1 de ago 13:17

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham contributed 13 points in the team's 112-98 victory over the Portland Fire, despite facing boos from some spectators.

‘Disgusting stuff’: Outrage mounts after transgender flags are banned from Sophie Cunningham game

sports.yahoo.com • 31 de jul 21:10

A controversy erupted after Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham's remarks on transgender participation led to a fan rally and the Portland Fire's decision to prohibit trans-rights flags at an upcoming game.

Sophie Cunningham fan who was confronted by Storm co-owner opens up on incident and facing trans athletes

Fox News • 31 de jul 20:21

A high-school athlete who attended a Seattle Storm game to back WNBA star Sophie Cunningham was verbally confronted by co-owner Celeste Keaton, leading to Keaton’s suspension and a public apology from the team.

The Right Has Found Its New Riley Gaines in the WNBA

Talking Points Memo • 31 de jul 13:29

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham's comments on transgender participation in women's sports sparked protests and a dispute involving Seattle Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton, who was suspended by the league.

Jemele Hill takes aim at Sophie Cunningham as Storm controversy grows over girls supporting women’s sports

Fox News • 31 de jul 13:10

Former ESPN commentator Jemele Hill accused WNBA player Sophie Cunningham of avoiding questions about a support rally, while the Indiana Fever and the league responded to the incident.

WNBA Suspends Seattle Storm Co-Owner Five Games for Confronting Anti-Trans Activists Courtside

erininthemorning.com • 31 de jul 00:00

Seattle Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton was fined and barred from five home games after a dispute with two anti-trans activists seated courtside, the league said.

WNBA faces growing Sophie Cunningham movement as new rallies are set for Fever games in Oregon, Minnesota

Fox News • 30 de jul 21:55

Activists are organizing demonstrations outside the Moda Center in Portland and the Target Center in Minneapolis to back Sophie Cunningham's comments on transgender participation in women's sports, while the league and the Seattle Storm respond to related controversies.

Storm owner suspended after interaction with fans supporting Sophie Cunningham

The New York Times • 30 de jul 19:12

Seattle Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton was suspended for five home games and fined after a video showed her confronting two teenage fans who displayed chromosome shirts and a sign praising Indiana Fever forward Sophie Cunningham.

JK Rowling calls out the 'grotesque' behavior towards Sophie Cunningham fans in scathing post

Fox News • 30 de jul 13:33

Author J.K. Rowling commended two fans who protested at a Seattle Storm game, calling them heroines, after the team's co-owner was suspended for allegedly harassing them.

‘So disgusting’: Sophie Cunningham sparks outrage with new comments on trans sports

Yahoo Sports • 30 de jul 10:20

Seattle Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton was fined and barred from the next five home games after allegedly yelling at two teenage fans who displayed signs supporting Sophie Cunningham, who opposes transgender women competing in women’s sports.

Storm co-owner suspended after incident with Sophie Cunningham fans as star breaks silence on controversy

Fox News • 30 de jul 05:08

The WNBA confirmed that Seattle Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton has been fined and barred from the next five home games after reportedly using profanity toward two teenage supporters of Sophie Cunningham.

Storm apologize after co-owner confronts fans for Cunningham support

espn.com • 29 de jul 22:26

The Seattle Storm issued an apology after a co-owner allegedly used profanity toward two fans who displayed a sign thanking Sophie Cunningham for her stance on transgender athletes, following a pre-game demonstration at Climate Pledge Arena.

Storm Apologize for Owner Comments to Sophie Cunningham Fans

Front Office Sports • 29 de jul 20:01

The WNBA franchise said a minority owner made profane remarks toward two spectators holding a sign for Sophie Cunningham, and issued an apology emphasizing its commitment to an inclusive environment.

‘I genuinely hate this organization:’ Fever spark outrage with statement on rally supporting Sophie Cunningham

Yahoo Sports • 29 de jul 13:03

The Fever defeated the Seattle Storm 105-95, while a pre-game rally protesting reserve guard Sophie Cunningham's remarks on transgender participation in women's sports drew criticism of the team's response.

‘Boycott this league’: Outrage after fan forced to remove sign supporting Sophie Cunningham

Yahoo Sports • 29 de jul 03:56

During the Indiana Fever's visit to Seattle, a spectator was asked to take down a sign supporting guard Sophie Cunningham after her comments on transgender athletes sparked debate.

Sophie Cunningham's podcast cohost defends trans athletes

Awful Announcing • 25 de jul 22:07

West Wilson, cohost of Sophie Cunningham's podcast, said transgender athletes represent a very small portion of participants and urged focus on broader issues.

White House defends WNBA star Sophie Cunningham after she speaks out in support of protecting women's sports

Fox News • 23 de jul 17:23

Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt defended Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham after the player voiced opposition to transgender athletes competing in women’s sports.

‘WNBA needs to suspend her’: Sophie Cunningham sparks outrage for refusing to apologize

Yahoo Sports • 23 de jul 10:30

Sophie Cunningham reiterated her stance that transgender women should not compete in women's sports, refusing to apologize and drawing further backlash ahead of a game against the Connecticut Sun.

Sophie Cunningham says it’s ‘common sense’ to keep trans athletes out of women’s sports

The New York Times • 23 de jul 05:13

Sophie Cunningham said she believes it is common sense to bar transgender athletes from women’s competitions, emphasizing protection of young girls and referencing Title IX, while the Fever franchise issued an inclusivity statement.

Sophie Cunningham doubles down ahead of Sun game after ESPN profile stirs controversy: 'I said what I said'

Fox News • 23 de jul 01:03

Sophie Cunningham said she will continue to advocate for protecting women's sports based on Title IX, rejecting claims that her view is political or hateful toward transgender athletes.

Sophie Cunningham Promises She Isn’t MAGA

The Cut • 22 de jul 21:35

Sophie Cunningham told ESPN she considers herself politically moderate and expressed a desire to keep women's sports separate from transgender women, while rejecting accusations that she is anti-trans.

Sophie Cunningham speaks out on protecting girls from competing against 'biological men'

Fox News • 22 de jul 00:10

Sophie Cunningham told ESPN she supports protecting young female athletes from competing against biological males, while emphasizing she does not hate trans people.