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XX-XY Athletics CEO criticizes WNBA's stance on trans athlete debate

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 3:54 AM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

XX-XY Athletics CEO criticizes WNBA's stance on trans athlete debate

Summary

XX-XY Athletics CEO Jennifer Sey condemned the WNBA for censoring fan messages related to the trans athlete issue during a Storm-Fever game in July and a Dream-Fever game recently. Sey argued that the league is failing to uphold its claims of inclusivity, citing confrontations involving security asking fans to cover up XX-XY apparel. She stated that the league has a political agenda and urged Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to take a leadership position on trans eligibility rules. The WNBA's recent statements declare no immediate eligibility matters affecting the league, leaving clarity on their stance on trans inclusion unofficial.

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Key Details

•Sey accuses WNBA of censorship and inconsistency in inclusivity claims.
•Recent incidents involved fans confronted by WNBA security over apparel.
•Sey demands Commissioner Engelbert address trans athlete eligibility.
•WNBA states no immediate eligibility matters affect the league.
•Uncertainty remains about WNBA's approach to trans women inclusion.

Latest Updates

3:54 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Just One Fail After the Next’ — XX-XY Athletics CEO Rips WNBA’s ‘Censorship’ Amid Sophie Cunningham Trans-Athlete Controversy

What they're saying

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XX-XY Athletics seems to have become the go-to apparel brand for some fans who want to show their support for Sophie Cunningham and her stance against transgender athletes competing in women’s sports. Their founder and CEO, Jennifer Sey, recently spoke out against the WNBA’s censorship of the fans’ messaging surrounding the trans athlete debate, condemning the league for being less inclusive than it claims to be.
— Yahoo Sports

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