Sophie Cunningham says she’s not concerned about being a distraction for the Fever
Summary
Sophie Cunningham, a player for the Indiana Fever basketball team, said she is not worried that protests about her comments on transgender athletes are distracting her team. Supporters have held small rallies at the Fever’s recent games in Seattle and Portland.Key Facts
- Sophie Cunningham plays for the Indiana Fever in the WNBA.
- She made comments about transgender athletes in women’s sports that sparked protests.
- Small rallies supporting Cunningham took place at games against the Seattle Storm and Portland Fire.
- The rallies had about two dozen people each and many onlookers.
- Cunningham said she focuses on playing basketball and being herself.
- She stated the protests reflect people exercising freedom of speech.
- A similar rally for Cunningham was planned before a game against the Minnesota Lynx.
- A co-owner of the Seattle Storm was fined and suspended in connection to events around these games.
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