WNBA, Players' Union Discuss Safety Ahead of All‑Star Game
Eleven Republican lawmakers threatened a Justice Department probe as the league faces harassment complaints and accusations that fouls against Caitlin Clark may be racially motivated.
- Eleven Republican lawmakers, led by Texas Representative August Pfluger, wrote to WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert threatening a Department of Justice investigation, claiming fouls against Caitlin Clark may be "racially motivated."
- The inquiry follows intense physical play on June 24 between Clark and Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas, which sparked online abuse and death threats against players throughout the league.
- Las Vegas Aces guard Chelsea Gray recently shared racial slurs received online, prompting the WNBA to condemn harassment and reiterate its commitment through the "No Space for Hate" platform.
- Engelbert and WNBPA leadership met Tuesday, July 21, to discuss the rise in abuse, pledging to enhance security resources and explore new collaborations to protect athletes from hateful messages.
- The meeting marked the beginning of ongoing dialogue aimed at addressing these issues proactively, as the league navigates the intersection of high-profile competition, player safety, and social media harassment.
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WNBA commissioner and union leaders discuss steps to protect players from online harassment
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert discussed what more can be done to protect players from online harassment during a virtual meeting with the players’ union executive committee and the union’s Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee.
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Top women's basketball league in the U.S. was reunited with the players' union. Athletes lament insults and death threats. Events may be linked to the league's recent popularity.
WNBA steps up fight against player harassment
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert discussed what more can be done to protect players from online harassment during a virtual meeting with the players’ union executive committee and the union’s Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee.
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