Florida AG threatens assault charges against WNBA players after foul incident
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 5:44 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier warned WNBA players he would charge them with assault if they harm Sophie Cunningham. This statement follows a flagrant foul by Chicago Sky player DiJonai Carrington that left Cunningham injured during a nationally televised game. Uthmeier's comments were framed in the context of Cunningham's recent controversial remarks regarding transgender athletes. Cunningham’s comments have sparked significant media attention, with support and criticism from various sectors, including opposing teams and social media. Uthmeier clarified his stance the following day, specifying that he meant assault and battery.
- •Uthmeier warned of legal repercussions for players in Florida.
- •Cunningham was injured by a flagrant foul from Carrington.
- •The incident occurred during a game broadcast on ESPN.
- •Cunningham's comments on transgender athletes prompted backlash.
- •No WNBA teams are based in Florida.
- 5:44 PMYahoo Sports — Florida’s AG Threatens Assault Charges Against WNBA Players After Sophie Cunningham Gets Flagrant Fouled
"Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier warned WNBA players he will charge them with assault and battery if they dare clobber Sophie Cunningham on his watch.
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