Tyler Marsh critiques WNBA officiating after Sky's loss to Mercury

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Tyler Marsh critiques WNBA officiating after Sky's loss to Mercury
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Chicago Sky head coach Tyler Marsh expressed his frustration with WNBA referees after his team's five-point loss to the Phoenix Mercury on August 3. Marsh criticized the officiating for not awarding star Kamilla Cardoso any free throw attempts, despite her strong performance of 16 points and 13 rebounds. He questioned the lack of foul calls during critical moments in the game, where the Sky had 25 free throw attempts compared to 40 for the Mercury. Marsh emphasized the need for better officiating, especially regarding Cardoso, as the team prepares to face the Los Angeles Sparks next on August 5.

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  • Chicago Sky lost to Phoenix Mercury on August 3.
  • Tyler Marsh criticized officiating after the game.
  • Kamilla Cardoso achieved 16 points and 13 rebounds.
  • Sky had 25 free throw attempts; Mercury had 40.
  • Next game for Sky is against Los Angeles Sparks on August 5.
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  • 6:02 PMYahoo SportsChicago Sky Coach Says WNBA Refs Are a ‘Joke’ After Kamilla Cardoso Denied Free Throw Attempts
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“It makes no sense. Zero sense,” Tyler Marsh told reporters following the team’s five-point loss to Phoenix

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