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Sophie Cunningham garners support from US Department of Education on women’s sports

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 7:43 AM

Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Sophie Cunningham garners support from US Department of Education on women’s sports

Summary

Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham has received backing from the US Department of Education after her recent comments against transgender athletes in women’s sports. Cunningham's statements, which she termed 'common sense', have sparked a mixed response, including backlash. The Department of Education supported her position with a meme that has gained substantial traction online, nearing 1 million views on X. The dialogue continues as the WNBA navigates the growing popularity of women's sports alongside complex regulatory discussions.

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Key Details

•Sophie Cunningham plays for the Indiana Fever.
•Cunningham's statements received mixed reactions from fans.
•The Department of Education used a viral meme to express their support.
•The meme added a crown to Cunningham’s image, emphasizing her message.
•Cunningham discussed the need for better regulations in women’s sports.

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7:43 AMYahoo Sports — US Department of Education uses viral meme to support Sophie Cunningham’s views on protecting women’s sports

What they're saying

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Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham gets support from the United States Department of Education. The WNBA’s popularity has skyrocketed in recent years, but with that, many believe there’s a need for better regulations.
— Yahoo Sports

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