Natasha Cloud defends WNBA against political and cultural attacks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 6:47 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Natasha Cloud, guard for the Chicago Sky, reaffirmed her commitment to activism during a press conference ahead of the game against the New York Liberty. Following a verbal altercation with Enes Kanter Freedom, Cloud emphasized the importance of protecting the transgender community amidst rising political tensions. She criticized those who seek to exploit the WNBA for cultural wars and highlighted her role in advocating for marginalized groups. Cloud's remarks came after the WNBA issued a statement echoing similar sentiments, calling for support of women and underrepresented communities. The Sky will face the Liberty this Saturday, with Cloud's activism continuing to draw attention.
- •Cloud addresses media ahead of Sky vs. Liberty matchup
- •Defends transgender community against political distractions
- •Criticizes right-wing rhetoric on women's issues
- •WNBA stands against using league for cultural wars
- •Cloud's activism draws support from peers and coach
- 6:47 PMYahoo Sports — Natasha Cloud stands firm in protecting WNBA against ‘political or culture wars’
"Chicago Sky guard Natasha Cloud has long been one of the WNBA’s fiercest advocates and activists — winning the Dawn Staley Community Leadership Award in the same year she won the WNBA title in 2019. Cloud has never backed down, and she’s not about to abandon her voice when it is needed more than ever.…
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