WNBA suspends Storm co-owner for confronting fans supporting Sophie Cunningham after trans athletes comments
The league acted after a review of an exchange with two teenage fans supporting Sophie Cunningham, who has drawn attention for her transgender-athlete comments.
- Seattle Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton was fined and suspended for five home games after verbally confronting two teenage fans holding signs supporting Sophie Cunningham's views on transgender athletes during a game.
- The incident occurred during a game against the Indiana Fever, following a rally outside Climate Pledge Arena supporting Cunningham and initiatives to bar transgender students from girls' sports in Washington.
- Sophie Cunningham has made comments supporting the exclusion of transgender girls and women from female sports in order to protect young girls in locker rooms and competition.
- The Seattle Storm apologized for the incident, emphasizing their commitment to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all fans.
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