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Sophie Cunningham Blasts WNBA Over 'Disrespectful' Referee Controversy As Fans Fire Back - Fadeaway World

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Updated Oct 17, 6:52 AM ET

Sophie Cunningham has had enough of the WNBA’s officiating controversies, and she’s making it clear the league needs to address them. Speaking on her No Hesitation podcast, Cunningham took aim at the WNBA’s handling of the timeout controversy and questioned why league leadership hadn’t done more to explain what happened. She wanted retiring Commissioner Cathy […]

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"It’s A Transition": Nneka Ogwumike Reframes Retirement After 15 WNBA Seasons - Fadeaway World

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WNBA legend Nneka Ogwumike closed out a historic career after playing 15 seasons in the LA. The former Sparks star built a Hall of Fame-worthy resume that included a WNBA championship, an MVP award, and 11 All-Star selections. Oguwmike announced her retirement toward the latter part of the 2026 regular season. Now, she’s reframing the […]

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‘The Media’s Never Respected Me’ — Gabby Williams Calls Out WNBA Media Ahead Of Valkyries vs. Dream

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Updated Oct 17, 5:23 PM ET

The upcoming WNBA Finals are another opportunity for Golden State Valkyries All-Star forward Gabby Williams to continue earning national recognition. Williams has been one of the best players in the playoffs so far, earning media praise in the process.

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Former WNBA players spark controversy with Sophie Cunningham foul comments

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galecophoto/Depositphotos Sophie Cunningham draws foul comments An October 11 report linked former Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) players Sydney Colson and Theresa Plaisance to remarks about hard fouls against Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham during games. Neither Colson nor Plaisance appeared on a WNBA roster during the 2026 season. Their reported discussion followed earlier commentary…

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