Skip Bayless cites Caitlyn Jenner in trans athletes ban debate for WNBA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 6:02 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Skip Bayless endorsed a ban on trans athletes in the WNBA by referencing Caitlyn Jenner's opinion. Jenner, a notable trans figure and gold medalist, argues that trans women should not compete in women’s sports, emphasizing the need to protect women’s athletics. Despite the controversy, the WNBA has no current trans players and maintains that it will not adjust eligibility rules based on public discourse. The league's officials may need to clarify their criteria to balance inclusivity and fairness. Jenner publicly supported recent declarations by former NBA players Enes Kanter and Royce White for the WNBA Draft, positioning their actions as a critique of the WNBA's stance.
- •Skip Bayless supports trans athlete ban in the WNBA.
- •Caitlyn Jenner argues against trans women competing in women's sports.
- •The WNBA has no current trans athlete prospects.
- •Former NBA players Kanter and White declared for the WNBA Draft.
- •Jenner's views highlight ongoing debates on athlete eligibility.
- 6:02 AMYahoo Sports — Skip Bayless uses Caitlyn Jenner’s take to justify a trans athletes ban in the WNBA
"Media personality Skip Bayless has supported the ban on trans athletes in the WNBA by citing Caitlyn Jenner as an example. Caitlyn Jenner won the 1976 Olympic gold medal in the decathlon as Bruce Jenner before transitioning to a woman and becoming one of the most high-profile trans people in the world.
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