WNBA reporter Roberta F. Rodrigues takes break amid harassment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 7:30 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Roberta F. Rodrigues, a WNBA reporter for Forbes, announced a temporary break from women's basketball coverage. This decision follows increased harassment related to her reporting on league issues. She cited the hostile environment surrounding recent events, including debates over player comments and fan reactions. Rodrigues plans to resume her coverage after the WNBA breaks for the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, which starts on August 31.
- •Rodrigues cites harassment as a key reason for her break.
- •Recent debates over player comments have intensified fan reactions.
- •She intends to return after the World Cup break.
- •Dallas Wings coach supported another reporter facing threats.
- •Rodrigues experienced specific harassment from Indiana Fever fans.
- 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — WNBA reporter announces temporary break after harassment
"WNBA reporter Roberta F. Rodrigues, who covers the league as a contributor for Forbes, announced her intentions to take a “small, temporary break” from women’s basketball coverage over the coming weeks in a post on social media. While explaining her decision, Rodrigues cited the current tenor of conversation around the league, as well as harassment…
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