Storm apologize after co-owner confronts fans supporting Sophie Cunningham
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 7:11 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
The Seattle Storm issued an apology regarding comments made by co-owner Celeste Keaton to fans at a game against the Fever. Two women, sitting courtside with a sign thanking Sophie Cunningham for advocating for girls, reported that Keaton called them 'effing insane.' Storm Majority Owner Ginny Gilder stated that everyone attending a game deserves to feel welcome and affirmed the team's commitment to inclusivity. This incident follows Cunningham's recent controversial remarks on transgender women in sports. The situation is ongoing, and further updates are anticipated.
- •Incident occurred during a game against the Fever.
- •Fans held a sign supporting Cunningham's advocacy for girls.
- •Celeste Keaton confronted the fans with hostile comments.
- •Storm ownership emphasizes a commitment to inclusivity.
- •The story is developing, with updates expected.
- 7:11 PMYahoo Sports — Storm Apologize for Co-Owner’s Comments to Sophie Cunningham Fans
"The fans held a sign thanking Cunningham “for speaking up for girls.”
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