Stephanie White addresses Sophie Cunningham's anti-trans athlete comments
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 4:05 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White spoke to reporters regarding the ongoing controversy surrounding player Sophie Cunningham's remarks on trans athletes. Despite the Fever's strong performance, currently at 18-10, the focus has shifted from basketball to off-court issues. White expressed frustration, acknowledging the complexities of the debate but emphasized the importance of conversation. Following Cunningham's controversial comments, protests and league disciplinary actions have emerged, including a suspension for Seattle Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton. The Fever's next game is against the Seattle Storm on July 28.
- •Indiana Fever sit at 18-10 in the WNBA standings.
- •Cunningham faced public backlash and protests following her comments.
- •White has urged for more conversation around the issue.
- •Cunningham was booed during the game against Seattle Storm.
- •Seattle Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton received a five-game suspension.
- 4:05 AMYahoo Sports — ‘There Is a Frustration’ – Fever HC Stephanie White Gets Brutally Honest As Sophie Cunningham Anti-Trans Athlete Controversy Intensifies
"The Indiana Fever are finding ways to win basketball games, but off the court, the franchise is facing a bit of a rough time. As the ongoing controversy surrounding comments made by Fever star Sophie Cunningham about trans athletes continues to face heat, head coach Stephanie White weighed in on the attention the franchise is getting for non-basketball reasons.
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