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WNBA names Stephanie White Coach of the Month amid controversy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 10:36 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

WNBA names Stephanie White Coach of the Month amid controversy

Summary

On August 5, 2026, the WNBA announced that Stephanie White of the Indiana Fever was named Coach of the Month after leading her team to an 8-2 record in July. The Fever currently have a record of 19-11 and are the top team in the Eastern Conference ahead of a match against the Las Vegas Aces. The announcement sparked mixed reactions from fans, with many believing Cheryl Reeve, coach of the Minnesota Lynx, was more deserving due to her team's 10-game winning streak. The Fever had a notable five-game winning streak entering their recent game before losing to the Lynx.

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By the Numbers

•Indiana Fever holds the top spot in the Eastern Conference.
•Stephanie White guided the Fever to an 8-2 record in July.
•Kelsey Mitchell was named Eastern Conference Player of the Month.
•Controversy arose as fans advocated for Cheryl Reeve's recognition.
•The Fever's recent victory streak ended with a loss to the Lynx.

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10:36 PMYahoo Sports — Basketball World Reacts to WNBA’s Announcement on Stephanie White

What they're saying

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The Indiana Fever have been one of the WNBA’s hottest teams over the last month and currently sit at 19-11, holding the top spot in the Eastern Conference ahead of Thursday night’s highly anticipated matchup with the Las Vegas Aces.Along with naming veteran guard Kelsey Mitchell the Eastern Conference Player of the Month, the WNBA […] The post Basketball World Reacts to WNBA’s Announcement on Stephanie White appeared first on HEAVY.
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