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Coverage of Sophie Cunningham in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jul 4 · 15:29 UTCMost recent: Aug 17 · 10:45 UTC
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  • SECURITYAug 17 · 10:45 UTCFOX NEWS
    Mom and daughter told to cover up XX-XY T-shirts, say they were threatened with ejection at Fever-Dream game

    Kasey Thomason and her daughter Annie wore XX-XY T-shirts supporting women's sports during a game between the Indiana Fever and the Atlanta Dream. During overtime, a security guard confronted them, stating that other fans were offended by their shirts. They were then told they must wear provided Atlanta Dream shirts or risk being escorted out of State Farm Arena.

  • POLITICSAug 9 · 12:21 UTCFOX NEWS
    Sophie Cunningham supporters rally in Chicago, while protesters showcase what's wrong with America

    Sophie Cunningham supporters rallied in Chicago outside the United Center and were confronted by counterprotesters using vulgar language and signs concerning gender identity. The author interviewed attendees regarding women’s sports rights, bio-sexuality, and former NBA players like Enes Kanter and Royce White declaring for the 2027 WNBA Draft. These interactions highlighted differing views on biological sex and trans athletes in competitive sports.

  • POLITICSAug 4 · 09:00 UTCFOX NEWS
    I was a female athlete, now I fight for them in court. We need more Sophie Cunninghams

    The article details the author's journey from a passionate female athlete to a legal advocate for women's sports, highlighting Sophie Cunningham's controversial stance on biological sex in athletics and recent Supreme Court rulings protecting women's sports under Title IX. Cunningham, an Indiana Fever star, defended her comments about biological sex as 'common sense,' sparking a nationwide debate. Legal organizations, including Alliance Defending Freedom, celebrated the Supreme Court's unanimous decisions supporting sex-based protections in sports.

  • POLITICSAug 4 · 00:00 UTCFOX NEWS
    Writer arrested for allegedly beating wife calls Sophie Cunningham 'anti-trans, anti-black' in wild op-ed

    Sportswriter Howard Bryant accused WNBA player Sophie Cunningham of being 'anti-trans' and 'anti-black' in a Guardian op-ed, comparing her to Colin Kaepernick. Cunningham's stance on protecting girls' sports from biological males aligns with 79% of Americans, per a Pew survey. The article critiques Bryant's claims as unfounded and racially charged.

  • POLITICSAug 3 · 10:00 UTCMINNPOST MINNEAPOLIS
    Your movie theater might be cool, but are their projectors named Glen and Shelly?

    St. Paul plans to displace around 140 people at the Pig’s Eye encampment by August 5. Trump blamed Minnesota for a cyberattack on its water facilities, while a WNBA game was overshadowed by anti-trans comments from Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham. Chicago Trend aims to combat gentrification by involving residents in a Minneapolis strip mall redevelopment, and wildfires in northern Minnesota are being fought with help from Idaho’s Sawtooth Hotshots. The Heights Theater uses vintage projectors named Glen and Shelly for film screenings.

  • POLITICSAug 2 · 18:18 UTCFOX NEWS
    Cheryl Reeve sends clear message to Sophie Cunningham with ‘Trans Kids Belong’ shirt during Fever-Lynx game

    Cheryl Reeve, Minnesota Lynx head coach, wore a 'Trans Kids Belong' shirt during a game against Sophie Cunningham's Indiana Fever, aligning with her stance on inclusion for trans youth in sports. The gesture was interpreted as a response to Cunningham's advocacy for separating biological men from girls' sports and locker rooms, though Cunningham clarified her position does not exclude trans kids from other areas. The article notes a rally supporting Cunningham's stance occurred before the game.

  • POLITICSAug 2 · 01:15 UTCFOX NEWS
    Stephanie White, let me 'educate' you on the science of why men don't belong in women's sports

    Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White stated she wasn't 'educated enough from a scientific standpoint' to address whether males should compete in women's sports. The article argues that biological differences between males and females post-puberty, such as physical advantages in athletic performance, necessitate separate competitive categories. It calls on WNBA players to advocate for fairness and safety in women's sports based on biological sex.

  • POLITICSAug 1 · 23:30 UTCFOX NEWS
    Lynx coach defends trans athletes ahead of big game vs Fever with Sophie Cunningham rally scheduled outside

    Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve defended the right of 'Save Women’s Sports' demonstrators to protest outside a game against the Indiana Fever but rejected their claim that transgender athletes pose a threat to women’s sports. She emphasized inclusion and criticized problematic narratives about transgender women in locker rooms, while Fever star Sophie Cunningham advocates for protecting young girls from 'biological men' in sports.

  • POLITICSAug 1 · 22:00 UTCFOX NEWS
    Sophie Cunningham shares touching moment with young Fever fan after game against Portland

    Sophie Cunningham of the Indiana Fever faced boos from Portland fans during a game due to her stance against biological men in women's sports. After scoring 13 points in the Fever's 112-98 victory, she gifted a game-used shoe to a young fan, highlighting her support for female athletes. The incident reflects ongoing debates about transgender inclusion in women's sports.

  • POLITICSAug 1 · 16:31 UTCFOX NEWS
    Sophie Cunningham supporters rallied outside in Portland while liberal fans booed her inside

    Sophie Cunningham, a WNBA player, became a polarizing figure as supporters rallied outside Portland's game while trans advocates opposed her inside. The event highlighted tensions over women's sports inclusivity, with advocates for female athletes clashing with trans supporters.

  • POLITICSAug 1 · 11:37 UTCFOX NEWS
    Caitlin Clark kept from reporters despite triple-double night as coach goes viral for women's sports comments

    Caitlin Clark was not available for interviews after a triple-double performance, while her teammates avoided questions about Sophie Cunningham's stance on women's sports. Fever coach Stephanie White provided non-committal responses during a press conference about biological males in women's sports, acknowledging the debate as part of the WNBA's growth. Rallies in support of Cunningham occurred before the game.

  • WORLDAug 1 · 05:23 UTCAP NEWS
    Clark has 26 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists in the Fever’s victory over the Fire

    Caitlin Clark recorded 26 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists for her fourth career triple-double, leading the Indiana Fever to a 112-98 victory over the Portland Fire. The Fever extended their winning streak to five games, while the Fire lost their fourth consecutive match. A pregame rally in support of Sophie Cunningham's comments on transgender athletes in women's sports occurred before the game.

  • POLITICSAug 1 · 03:23 UTCAP NEWS
    Sophie Cunningham says she’s not concerned about being a distraction for the Fever

    Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham stated she is not distracted by rallies supporting her comments on transgender athletes in women's sports. Protests occurred before recent games in Seattle and Portland, with similar events planned in Minneapolis. A Seattle Storm co-owner was fined and suspended after an incident involving Cunningham supporters.

  • POLITICSAug 1 · 02:59 UTCWTOP DC
    Sophie Cunningham says she’s not concerned about being a distraction for the Fever

    Sophie Cunningham, a member of the Indiana Fever WNBA team, states she is not concerned about recent rallies opposing transgender participation in women’s sports distracting her team. Rallies in Portland and Seattle supported her stance against transgender athletes in women’s sports, though Cunningham claims she is uninvolved in organizing them. A co-owner of the Seattle Storm was fined after an incident with Cunningham supporters, and a ballot initiative in Washington seeks to bar transgender students from girls’ athletics.

  • POLITICSJul 29 · 23:23 UTCAP NEWS
    Seattle Storm apologize for an exchange between a co-owner and 2 fans

    The Seattle Storm apologized for an exchange between one of its co-owners and two fans during a game against the Indiana Fever. The incident occurred amid a protest outside Climate Pledge Arena supporting a ballot initiative banning transgender students from girls' sports and criticizing Fever guard Sophie Cunningham, who was booed by Storm fans during the game.

  • POLITICSJul 25 · 18:23 UTCFOX NEWS
    Sophie Cunningham and West Wilson split on transgender athletes in girls' sports despite podcast partnership

    Sophie Cunningham, a WNBA player, and her podcast co-host West Wilson have publicly disagreed over transgender athletes in girls' sports. Cunningham advocates for excluding biological men from female sports, while Wilson argues the issue is exaggerated by right-wing groups and highlights the small number of transgender athletes in NCAA sports. The debate touches on broader concerns about youth sports and political polarization.

  • BUSINESSJul 24 · 11:29 UTCFOX NEWS
    Jennifer Sey reveals alleged communication with Sophie Cunningham amid recruitment pitch for XX-XY Athletics

    Jennifer Sey, founder of XX-XY Athletics, seeks to recruit WNBA player Sophie Cunningham, highlighting her interest in the brand's 'Dear Nike' campaign. Sey claims Cunningham privately praised the campaign but missed her initial direct message. Cunningham, under contract with Adidas, has not publicly responded to the recruitment pitch.

  • POLITICSJul 23 · 01:03 UTCFOX NEWS
    Sophie Cunningham doubles down ahead of Sun game after ESPN profile stirs controversy: 'I said what I said'

    Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham reiterated her stance on protecting women's sports from biological male competitors ahead of a game against the Connecticut Sun, citing Title IX as foundational. She dismissed backlash to her comments, stating her position is not political but about safeguarding opportunities for female athletes. Cunningham emphasized she does not harbor hatred toward trans athletes while advocating for biological women and girls.

  • POLITICSJul 22 · 00:10 UTCFOX NEWS
    Sophie Cunningham speaks out on protecting girls from competing against 'biological men'

    WNBA player Sophie Cunningham discussed her stance on protecting women's sports from biological men competing against girls. She addressed the issue in an ESPN interview, clarifying her position amid backlash over re-sharing a tweet about transgender swimmer Lia Thomas. The article references a Supreme Court ruling upholding state laws excluding biological males from women's sports.

  • POLITICSJul 17 · 12:02 UTCFOX NEWS
    Sophie Cunningham manages to anger both the left and right with a simple social media post

    Sophie Cunningham, a WNBA star, posted on X questioning how to save farmland and stop data centers, angering both political left and right. The post went viral with 8 million views, sparking debates about rural America, tech influence, and environmental priorities.

  • POLITICSJul 11 · 11:00 UTCFOX NEWS
    DAN GAINOR: We got Twitter/X as a platform 20 years ago and global censors still hate and fear it

    The article discusses the 20-year history of Twitter/X, highlighting its role in unrestricted information sharing and the global push for censorship. It credits Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter and Donald Trump's election as factors in resisting social media control, while noting the platform's impact on viral content and public discourse.

  • BUSINESSJul 11 · 01:55 UTCFOX NEWS
    Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham reportedly set to release first signature sneaker

    Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham is set to release her first signature sneaker, the Crazy Energy Sophie Cunningham PE, with Adidas on July 24 at $120. The article highlights her recent internet fame from a pointing meme and social media presence as factors in the shoe's release, despite criticism about her career stats.

  • POLITICSJul 4 · 15:29 UTCFOX NEWS
    Sophie Cunningham responds to Trump admin using her now-famous viral finger-pointing meme

    WNBA player Sophie Cunningham responded to the White House using her viral finger-pointing meme, which originated from a game against Phoenix Mercury player DeWanna Bonner. The White House post combined a clip of Cunningham discussing the incident on her podcast with a video of Donald Trump pointing during the 2024 campaign. Cunningham stated she was indifferent to the White House's use of the meme, noting its widespread popularity.