WNBA investigating alleged ‘hateful’ comments from fans during Fever vs. Sky on opening weekend
WNBA announced on Sunday that it had opened an investigation into the alleged “hateful” comments made by the fans at Ginbridge Fieldhouse through Indiana fever 93-58 victory over Chicago Sky on saturday.
“WNBA condemns the power of racism, hatred and discrimination in all its forms – they have no place in our league or in society,” the league wrote in a statement. “We are aware of allegations and are looking for it.”
Al -Hami also issued a statement saying that the organization helps the league to achieve it.
“We are familiar with the inappropriate behavior of fans during yesterday’s match and we are working closely with WNBA to complete its investigations.” “We stand firm in our commitment to providing a safe environment for all WNBA players.”
A young man’s open victory for the dominant season of fever is an accident in the third quarter Ketlin Clark It was called for a blatant mistake on Angel Rais. Both Reese and fever forward Supreme Boston The technical errors of their role in the short quarrel were given.
The league and fever statements are both mysterious, and it is not clear when the alleged comments occur. After announcing the investigation, the WNBA Federation issued its own statement.
“WNBPA realizes reports of hateful comments in yesterday’s game in Indianapolis and supports the current investigation of WNBA in this matter. This behavior is unacceptable in our sport. Under the policy of“ there is no space for hate in WNBA, we trust in the league in a comprehensive investigation and fast taking, which is an appropriate measure to ensure a safe and human space. ”
Before the season, WNBA announced “There is no space for hate”, which is “a multi-dimensional platform aimed at combating hate and enhancing respect in all WNBA-from online speech to behavior in Arena.”
The “no space for hate” campaign was in response to the controversial 2024 season. With the high popularity of the league, thanks to the category of stars, led by Clark and Ris, the players also dealt with an increase in acceleration, especially on social media.
“We want our arenas, our social and Vandum social platforms – not hate and glass,” said Cathy Ingert, Commissioner WNBA in a statement on May 15. “This means turning our values into a work: enhancing digital and physical security, expanding access to mental health resources, and uniting our message through the league. We have a responsibility to protect what makes this sport very distinctive and make sure that we continue to inspire the next generation of women’s basketball lovers.”
