Sophie Cunningham controversy grows after WNBA owner confronts teenage supporters
A Seattle Storm co-owner was suspended and fined after confronting teenage supporters at a WNBA game. The incident drew criticism from an Indiana Fever player. The confrontation has become connected to broader debates in women's sports.
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National story. 37 articles from 28 sources. Updated Jul 31, 2026.
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5 sourcesSophie Cunningham controversy grows after WNBA owner confronts teenage supporters
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19 sourcesWNBA Suspended Seattle Storm Owner After She Called Two Teenage Girls Insane for Supporting Sophie Cunningham
Sophie Cunningham blasts Seattle Storm co-owner for cursing teen girls, invoking Jesus
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The story so far
3 developments- Jul 29Seattle Storm owner suspended after cursing at teens supporting Sophie Cunningham
- Jul 30Only right-leaning coverage:Sophie Cunningham Rips Storm Co-Owner Who Cursed Teens Defending Girls' Sports: 'Truly Embarrassing'
- Jul 31Only right-leaning coverage:Sophie Cunningham blasts Seattle Storm co-owner for cursing teen girls, invoking Jesus
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Quiet for 79 daysLast development · Jul 31 — Sophie Cunningham blasts Seattle Storm co-owner for cursing teen girls, invoking Jesus
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