Caitlin Clark's former teammate calls out WNBA for suspending Tempo head coach over 'protected species' remark
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Key Points:
- Toronto Tempo head coach Sandy Brondello was suspended for one game after making a "protected species" remark about Angel Reese during a game against the Atlanta Dream.
- The comment, made in frustration at a referee call, sparked controversy and a reaction from Reese, leading the WNBA to issue the suspension.
- Tempo center Temi Fagbenle defended Brondello, calling the suspension "laughable" and arguing the phrase is a common figure of speech that would not have caused outrage if directed at a white player.
- Brondello apologized publicly, acknowledging the impact of her words, especially on Black women in the league, and expressed regret for causing hurt to Reese, her teammates, and the Dream organization.
