Dearica Hamby shares racist text; sender suspended by employer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 10:19 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Los Angeles Sparks forward Dearica Hamby has drawn attention after sharing a racist text message she received on August 24. The sender, identified through social media investigations, has been suspended by Acclaro Medical, the Rhode Island company employing them. Acclaro Medical condemned the racist remarks and is investigating the incident. Hamby's post highlights ongoing issues of racial abuse in the WNBA, a topic previously addressed by other players and the league's commissioner, who stated that player safety is a top priority. The Sparks and WNBA have been contacted for further comments regarding the situation.
- •Dearica Hamby shared a screenshot of a racist text on August 24.
- •The sender has been suspended pending an investigation by Acclaro Medical.
- •Acclaro Medical condemned the racist behavior and is taking the matter seriously.
- •Player safety and racial abuse have been topics of concern in the WNBA.
- •WNBA commissioner has emphasized the league's commitment to player safety.
- 10:19 PMYahoo Sports — Dearica Hamby shares racist text, leading to sender's suspension
"Acclaro Medical of Rhode Island said it suspended an employee after Los Angeles Sparks player Dearica Hamby shared a racist text she received.
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