Sophie Cunningham speaks out after Storm owner faces WNBA discipline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 3:14 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Sophie Cunningham addressed a recent incident involving Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton, who was suspended for confronting fans during a game. The WNBA disciplined Keaton for allegedly using profanity towards two teenage girls at the July 29 game between the Seattle Storm and Indiana Fever. The girls were supporting Cunningham, who had previously spoken out against transgender women participating in women's sports. Both the Storm and the league condemned the alleged behavior, with the team issuing a public apology.
- •Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton suspended for five home games.
- •Incident involved a confrontation with two teenage fans.
- •Cunningham supported the girls and condemned Keaton's conduct.
- •WNBA issued an undisclosed fine to the Storm.
- •The Fever beat the Storm 105-95 during the controversial game.
- 3:14 PMYahoo Sports — Sophie Cunningham breaks silence after WNBA punishes Storm co-owner over fan confrontation
"An ugly situation in Seattle has Fever guard Sophie Cunningham back in the spotlight.
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