Matt Gaetz supports Royce White's WNBA Draft bid amid controversy
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 6:19 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Royce White has officially declared his intention to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft, supported by former congressman Matt Gaetz. White’s bid has sparked reactions across the sports community, particularly given the lack of a clear eligibility definition regarding transgender athletes in the WNBA. Both White and former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom have raised concerns about the league's rules as they look to make their case for inclusion. The WNBA has yet to respond to Gaetz's request for a determination on White's eligibility status, intensifying the debate surrounding inclusion in women’s sports.
- •Royce White announced his entry into the 2027 WNBA Draft on August 20, 2026.
- •Matt Gaetz's support follows White's claims regarding WNBA eligibility rules.
- •White plans legal action if he is undrafted after being allowed to enter the draft.
- •The WNBA has not yet clarified its stance on White's eligibility.
- 6:19 AMYahoo Sports — Former U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz Throws Full Support Behind Royce White’s WNBA Aspirations With Provocative 4-Word Message
- 4:20 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Bring Their House Down,’ ‘The Cherry on Top’ — Sports World Reacts As Ex-U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz Backs Royce White’s Divisive WNBA Draft Bid
"A little over a week after first saying he intended to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft, Royce White has now made his declaration official. The former NBA first-round pick did so with an unexpected figure in his corner, former U.
"Royce White is a former NBA player who played three games in the league. He’s now officially declared for the 2027 WNBA Draft while identifying as a trans woman.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 6:19 AMFormer U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz Throws Full Support Behind Royce White’s WNBA Aspirations With Provocative 4-Word Message
Royce White is a former NBA player who played three games in the league. He’s now officially declared for the 2027 WNBA Draft while identifying as a trans woman.
- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 4:20 AM‘Bring Their House Down,’ ‘The Cherry on Top’ — Sports World Reacts As Ex-U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz Backs Royce White’s Divisive WNBA Draft Bid
A little over a week after first saying he intended to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft, Royce White has now made his declaration official. The former NBA first-round pick did so with an unexpected figure in his corner, former U.
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