Portland fans protest Sophie Cunningham during game over trans comments
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 7:49 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
During the August 1 game against the Indiana Fever, Portland Fire fans vocally opposed guard Sophie Cunningham's recent comments on transgender women in sports. As she entered the game, Cunningham was met with boos, and supporters waved trans pride flags. Her remarks earlier this week reiterating her stance on protecting young girls in sports have drawn significant backlash. Despite the criticism, Cunningham expressed her commitment to her views and continued to engage with the controversy on social media.
- •Cunningham criticized transgender women competing in women's sports.
- •Portland fans booed Cunningham and waved trans pride flags at the game.
- •Cunningham defended her stance in multiple public statements.
- •Her comments have generated considerable backlash among fans and activists.
- •The match between the Fever and Fire took place at Moda Center.
- 7:49 PMYahoo Sports — Portland sent a message to Sophie Cunningham after her trans comments
"Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham thrust herself into the headlines over the past few days after she spoke out against transgender women competing in women’s sports. Needless to say, her comments did not go over well with Portland Fire fans. During Friday night’s game between the Fever and the Fire, Portland fans made their thoughts…
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