Seattle Storm owner suspended for confrontation with fans over trans shirts

Celeste Keaton, co-owner of the Seattle Storm, has been suspended by the WNBA for five home games following a confrontation with two young fans. The incident occurred at Climate Pledge Arena ahead of a game against the Indiana Fever, where the girls wore shirts opposing trans athletes in women's sports. Keaton reportedly confronted the youngsters, deeming them 'f*cking insane,' after they displayed a sign supporting Fever guard Sophie Cunningham. The incident gained attention amid ongoing discussions about trans athletes' participation in sports. Cunningham later expressed support for the girls on social media.

• 4:39 PMYahoo Sports — Seattle Storm Owner Suspended by WNBA for Calling Young Indiana Fever Fans Wearing Anti-Trans Shirts ‘F*cking Insane’