Sophie Cunningham faces boos in Fever vs. Lynx amid protests
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 6:59 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Sophie Cunningham checked into the game for the Indiana Fever against the Minnesota Lynx on August 2, receiving a mixed reception of boos and cheers. This response was fueled by her previous comments regarding transgender athletes, which led to protests outside Target Center. Supporters of Cunningham clashed with those advocating for transgender rights, resulting in a tense atmosphere. Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve supported transgender individuals by wearing a T-shirt with a related message. This marks the third consecutive game where Cunningham has encountered such backlash from opposing fans.
- •Cunningham entered the game amidst ongoing protests.
- •Lynx fans booed Cunningham during her appearances.
- •Cheryl Reeve wore a shirt supporting transgender rights.
- •Protests outside Target Center included supporters on both sides.
- •Cunningham's comments have generated backlash over multiple games.
- 6:59 PMYahoo Sports — Rallies surround Fever-Lynx game after Sophie Cunningham's stance on transgender athletes
- 5:34 PMYahoo Sports — Fever's game vs Lynx brought another rally, more boos for Sophie Cunningham
"A crowd of critics and supporters of Indiana guard Sophie Cunningham's stance on transgender participation in women’s sports gathered around and inside Target Center on Sunday as the Fever faced the Lynx in Minnesota. Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve wore a light blue shirt under her jacket that said, “Trans kids belong” as she coached on the bench. There were fans in the stands wearing T-shirts that read, “Trans kids belong in sports.”
"Fever wing Sophie Cunningham was again greeted with a mix of boos and cheers when she checked in Sunday vs Lynx due to her comments on transgender athletes
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 6:59 PMRallies surround Fever-Lynx game after Sophie Cunningham's stance on transgender athletes
A crowd of critics and supporters of Indiana guard Sophie Cunningham's stance on transgender participation in women’s sports gathered around and inside Target Center on Sunday as the Fever faced the Lynx in Minnesota. Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve wore a light blue shirt under her jacket that said, “Trans kids belong” as she coached on the bench. There were fans in the stands wearing T-shirts that read, “Trans kids belong in sports.”
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 5:34 PMFever's game vs Lynx brought another rally, more boos for Sophie Cunningham
Fever wing Sophie Cunningham was again greeted with a mix of boos and cheers when she checked in Sunday vs Lynx due to her comments on transgender athletes
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