Indiana lieutenant governor calls for Fever coach's firing after player support

Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White faces backlash for defending DiJonai Carrington following a Flagrant 2 foul on Sophie Cunningham during a recent WNBA game. After Carrington struck Cunningham in the face, White described the foul as not intentional. This reaction has drawn criticism from fans and officials, including Indiana lieutenant governor Micah Beckwith, who has publicly called for White's dismissal for not adequately supporting her player. Following the game, Cunningham expressed frustration over Carrington's actions and implied that attention-seeking behavior may have played a role. The situation has generated significant controversy within the WNBA community.

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