Sophie Cunningham says it’s ‘common sense’ to keep trans athletes out of women’s sports
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham sparks widespread debate after labeling the exclusion of trans athletes from women's sports as 'common sense.'
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Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has stated that it is 'common sense' to keep transgender athletes out of women's sports. The comments have drawn a variety of responses, including support from Karoline Leavitt and Stephen A.
Smith, the latter of whom suggested trans athletes 'get a sport.' Coverage from High Post Hoops highlights that Cunningham's remarks may violate the WNBA's 'No Space for Hate' policy. Yahoo Sports and KOMO have tracked the resulting public discourse and the team's reaction.
Attention now turns to the Indiana Fever, as Yahoo Sports reports the organization has announced a decision regarding Cunningham.
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Quick answers
What was Sophie Cunningham's position on trans athletes?
She stated it is 'common sense' to keep transgender athletes out of women's sports.
How did Stephen A. Smith respond?
According to Yahoo Sports, Smith called for trans athletes to 'get a sport.'
Is there a potential policy violation?
High Post Hoops reports that the comments may violate the WNBA's 'No Space for Hate' policy.
Coverage (5)
- Stephen A. Smith calls for trans athletes to ‘get a sport’ in response to Sophie Cunningham Yahoo Sports · 9h ago
- Karoline Leavitt Goes All In On Backing New ‘MAGA Barbie’ Sophie Cunningham The Daily Beast · 9h ago
- 'Common sense' to keep transgender athletes out of women's sports: Indiana Fever guard KOMO · 9h ago
- Sophie Cunningham's trans comments violate the W's 'No Space for Hate' policy High Post Hoops · 17h ago
- Indiana Fever announce decision on Sophie Cunningham Yahoo Sports · 17h ago
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