Sophie Cunningham rally planned at WNBA game amid controversy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 5:37 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
A rally supporting Sophie Cunningham is scheduled for outside the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle on July 28, before the Indiana Fever face the Seattle Storm. This comes after Cunningham's comments on trans athletes in sports sparked significant political debate. Political groups are organizing the event, aiming to show support amid controversy surrounding Cunningham's statements on female-only sports. The WNBA, which has a large LGBTQ fan base, faces scrutiny as tensions rise over the issue, with concerns about potential backlash at the game.
- •Cunningham's comments about trans athletes have drawn criticism and support.
- •The 'Support Sophie' rally is set for July 28 before the Fever-Storm game.
- •Local female athletes are joining the rally to show solidarity with Cunningham.
- •The WNBA Commissioner has previously addressed racism and harassment faced by players.
- •Political discussions surrounding the league have intensified this season.
- 5:37 AMYahoo Sports — Controversial Sophie Cunningham Rally Planned For WNBA Game
"The WNBA finds themselves in hot water with a controversial subject coming their way via outside groups. Indiana Fever bench star Sophie Cunningham recently made a comment about the touchy subject trans athletes competing in gender based sports leagues. The comments turned into a political debate about various other topics since sex and gender are […] The post Controversial Sophie Cunningham Rally Planned For WNBA Game appeared first on HEAVY.
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