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PrimaryWNBA issue statement after Sophie Cunningham’s name gets banned on r/wnba
The WNBA has had to clarify its stance on Sophie Cunningham after the Indiana Fever guard’s name was banned from the r/WNBA subreddit. WNBA fans who went over to discuss the league on Reddit discovered that the leading r/WNBA subreddit had banned mentions of the 30-year-old Fever guard.
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“Does Not Moderate”: WNBA Responds to Controversy Over Sophie Cunningham’s Name Reportedly Banned From Reddit
Indiana Fever’s Sophie Cunningham has become a focal point of controversy ever since she spoke about not being willing to accept trans athletes competing in women’s sports in a July 21 ESPN report. Her stance has divided the WNBA fanbase, prompting reactions from both sides and even rallies and counter-protests at three Fever games.
Publisher:WNBA Breaks Silence on Sophie Cunningham’s Name Being Banned From League’s Subreddit Amid Trans-Athlete Controversy
Sophie Cunningham has become the most controversial figure in North American sports over the past few weeks. Her stance against trans athletes playing in women’s sports has sparked a great deal of controversy.
Publisher:WNBA releases statement addressing Sophie Cunningham’s subreddit ban
The WNBA have been forced into another statement following a social media incident involving Sophie Cunningham. Sophie Cunningham has dominated headlines both on and off the court of late.
Publisher:‘It’s hilarious’ – Comedian calls out Reddit moderators after Sophie Cunningham name ban
Sophie Cunningham has become a controversial figure in the WNBA world following her comments on trans athletes competing in women’s sports. Some people have shown their support for Cunningham, while others have hit out at the Indiana Fever star, including giving her the nickname ‘MAGA Barbie’.
Publisher:Why Did WNBA Subreddit Ban Sophie Cunningham’s Name? Moderator Reveals the Reason for the Controversial Move
On Sunday, Sophie Cunningham celebrated her 30th birthday, and it came with an unexpected twist. On Reddit, fans who tried to discuss the Indiana Fever guard on the WNBA subreddit found that her name (and several common variations of it) were banned.
Publisher:WNBA Fans React To Sophie Cunningham's Name Getting 'Banned'
Sophie Cunningham has become such a divisive topic in the WNBA world, that her name has actually been "banned" on the league's unaffiliated subreddit. The Indiana Fever guard, who is in her second year with the team, has become an incredibly polarizing figure, following her comments on transgender ...
Publisher:WNBA forced to clarify Sophie Cunningham stance after Reddit controversy erupts
Sophie Cunningham’s name reportedly was filtered from a popular WNBA Reddit community, prompting backlash and a direct clarification from the league.
Publisher:WNBA says it has no affiliation with subreddit amid Sophie Cunningham controversy
The WNBA addressed a Sophie Cunningham subreddit controversy, saying the league isn't involved.
Publisher:"You will be banned" - People are prohibited from mentioning Sophie Cunningham's name on the WNBA subreddit
Cunningham has set off an avalanche.
Publisher:"Nasty Nasty League": Analyst Floats Bold Theory Behind Sophie Cunningham Controversy Involving WNBA Subreddit
Sophie Cunningham has once again found herself at the center of a controversy, this time after some fans claimed her name has been restricted on the WNBA subreddit. Now, one analyst has a bold, if unusual, theory that takes the controversy to the next level.
Publisher:WNBA subreddit breaks silence on Sophie Cunningham ban
Late Sunday night, the r/WNBA subreddit unexpectedly blew up. Was it because the Phoenix Mercury retired Diana Taurasi’s jersey? Maybe because the Indiana Fever and Atlanta Dream went into overtime before the Fever escaped with a win? What about Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, or Chamique Holdsclaw’s induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of…
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