Wings coach supports reporter facing harassment during postgame remarks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Dallas Wings coach Jose Fernandez expressed support for reporter Grant Afseth during a postgame press conference on August 13, 2026. Fernandez condemned the harassment Afseth received on social media regarding his coverage of the team. Afseth, who has temporarily stepped away from his reporting duties, was acknowledged for his dedication and effort in covering the Wings. Fernandez emphasized the inappropriate nature of such harassment in the sports community, noting the safety measures in place for team staff and coaches. He closed by hoping for Afseth's quick return to reporting on the Wings.
- •Jose Fernandez spoke in support of Grant Afseth after a game on August 13.
- •Afseth faced harassment on social media linked to his reporting.
- •Fernandez urged for awareness of the challenges reporters encounter.
- •Afseth previously covered the Wings for Dallas Hoops Journal.
- •The Wings secured a postgame victory against the Toronto Tempo.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Dallas Wings coach gives message of support to beat reporter after harassment
"Dallas Wings coach Jose Fernandez used the closing minutes of his postgame press conference on Wednesday night to offer a message of support and solidarity to reporter Grant Afseth, who covered the Wings beat for Dallas Hoops Journal. Earlier in the week, Afseth shared a threatening and insulting message he received on social media in…
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