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Fans challenge Stephanie White's comments on Sophie Cunningham foul

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 11:27 AM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Fans challenge Stephanie White's comments on Sophie Cunningham foul

Summary

WNBA coach Stephanie White faces scrutiny over her remarks regarding a foul involving player Sophie Cunningham. The incident, where DiJonai Carrington struck Cunningham, resulted in Carrington's ejection with a Flagrant 2 call. White initially defended Carrington's intent while calling the foul serious but later claimed she didn't see it in real-time. A social media post shows White appearing to witness the moment, leading to a backlash from fans accusing her of dishonesty. This controversy highlights ongoing tensions regarding officiating and player safety in the league.

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By the Numbers

•Sophie Cunningham was struck by DiJonai Carrington during a game.
•Carrington was ejected for a Flagrant 2 foul.
•White's comments on the incident have drawn fan criticism.
•A social media image suggests White witnessed the foul.
•Tensions over officiating and player safety are evident.

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11:27 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Damning evidence’ – WNBA fans claim proof that Stephanie White lied about Sophie Cunningham foul

What they're saying

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Stephanie White has come in for some heat of late, and it’s only going to get stronger thanks to the detectives on social media. The controversial strike from DiJonai Carrington on Sophie Cunningham sparked intense debate across the league.
— Yahoo Sports

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