Megyn Kelly criticizes ESPN's praise for Cheryl Reeve's comments on transgender athletes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
During a broadcast of the WNBA game between the Minnesota Lynx and Indiana Fever, ESPN praised Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve for her comments on transgender athletes' inclusion in women's sports. Reeve emphasized the importance of protecting trans kids and finding common ground. Conversely, conservative commentator Megyn Kelly expressed discontent with ESPN's support of Reeve, labeling the network's treatment of the issue as politically biased. Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham has sparked discussions on the stance against transgender women in sports, asserting her position to protect young girls in locker rooms. The ongoing debate highlights contrasting views within the league regarding inclusion and competition.
- •ESPN praised Cheryl Reeve for her thoughtful comments on trans inclusion.
- •Megyn Kelly criticized ESPN's support, calling it politically biased.
- •Sophie Cunningham's stance has provoked conversation in the WNBA.
- •Reeve advocates for protecting trans kids and finding common ground.
- •The debate is ongoing regarding transgender women's participation in sports.
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"Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham has sparked a lot of conversation throughout the WNBA about whether or not transgender women belong in women’s sports. Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve was one of the voices who weighed in on the matter, with her thoughtful words even earning praise from ESPN. But conservative commentator Megyn Kelly…
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