Caitlin Clark's physicality issues raise congressional attention for WNBA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 4:55 AM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Members of Congress have reached out to WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert regarding issues of on-court physicality directed at Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark. In a letter signed by 11 congressional members, they highlighted concerns over repeated excessive aggression faced by Clark, citing specific incidents. The Indiana Fever stated they were unaware of the congressional letter but emphasized their commitment to player safety. The letter called for the league to take action to ensure accountability and protect its athletes. It remains unclear how the WNBA will respond to the congressional inquiry.
- •Members of Congress sent a letter addressing physicality issues in the WNBA.
- •The Indiana Fever were unaware of the congressional communication.
- •The letter cited specific incidents of physical aggression towards Caitlin Clark.
- •The Fever reaffirmed their commitment to player safety and ongoing dialogue with the league.
- •The WNBA has not yet responded to the congressional letter.
- 4:55 AMYahoo Sports — Indiana Fever Issues Official Statement After Members of Congress Send Letter to Cathy Engelbert Over League Physicality
"Barely a week after Alyssa Thomas called out WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert on her silence regarding the threats she faced on social media after her foul on Caitlin Clark on June 24, the conversation has now reached Capitol Hill. Members of Congress have sent a formal letter to Engelbert calling for action over what they described as repeated physical hostility directed at the Indiana Fever star.
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