Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has become a right-wing culture war ambassador, profiting from anti-Black and anti-transgender sentiments within the WNBA. The article argues her rise is fueled by racial and gender dynamics, contrasting her reception with Black players and highlighting how her persona appeals to a "bro culture" audience.
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Eleven Republican politicians have written to the WNBA, urging Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to protect star player Caitlin Clark from "multiple attacks" on court. The lawmakers expressed concern that these "attacks" may be racially motivated, given Clark is white and most WNBA players are Black. They requested clarification on the league's policies regarding on-court aggression and online harassment.
Caitlin Clark's WNBA entry has drawn millions of new fans, but also fueled culture-war anxieties, with her supporters framing her as a victim of rivals and the league. Controversies, like her absence from a WNBA poster and a collision with Alyssa Thomas, are amplified by fans who ignore broader contexts and league history.
Phoenix Mercury player Alyssa Thomas has revealed she's receiving death threats and racist abuse following a one-game ban for an on-court incident with Caitlin Clark. Thomas called the abuse unacceptable and criticized WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert for not addressing player safety.
Phoenix Mercury's Alyssa Thomas reported receiving death threats and racial slurs following a one-game suspension for making contact with Caitlin Clark's throat. Thomas criticized WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert for player safety, calling the threats "unacceptable."
Phoenix Mercury player Alyssa Thomas reported receiving death threats and racial slurs following a one-game suspension for making contact with Caitlin Clark's throat. Thomas criticized WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert for player safety, calling the league's response "unacceptable."
Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White confirmed Caitlin Clark will miss Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Sparks due to a lingering back injury. The setback follows Clark's exit from Wednesday's game against the Phoenix Mercury. The team will use the upcoming week-long break for treatment and recovery, with no confirmed return date.
Phoenix Mercury's Alyssa Thomas received a flagrant foul 2 and a one-game suspension for striking Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark in the throat. The incident occurred during the Mercury's win on Wednesday, and no foul was called at the time. Thomas will miss Saturday's game against the Toronto Tempo.
The WNBA has suspended Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas for hitting Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark in the throat during a game. The league retroactively issued a Flagrant Foul 2 penalty for the incident, which occurred in the second quarter of Phoenix's road win.
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Caitlin Clark made her return to Gainbridge Fieldhouse in more than nine months Thursday, scoring 21 points before exiting with a kneecap injury in the Indiana Fever's 95-80 preseason loss to the Dallas Wings. The two-time All-Star collided with Dallas forward Alanna Smith on a shot attempt in the third quarter but returned to make two free throws before watching the rest from the bench. Clark said she felt fine afterward, attributing the injury to landing hard on her kneecap. The game also featured the league's past two Rookie of the Year winners as Paige Bueckers scored 20 points for Dallas.
Fever star Caitlin Clark is prepared to give up a bit of control heading into the season by playing off the ball for stretches in order to give her a bit of rest.
Now 100% healthy with no restrictions, Caitlin Clark and the Fever are trying to keep it that way.
