Former Fever player responds to Sophie Cunningham by alleging Indiana harassment cover-up
Fox News • • sports
Key Points:
- Former Indiana Fever player Brianna Turner accused the team of firing a male staff member over sexual harassment allegations and instructing players not to discuss the issue publicly.
- Turner's comments came in response to Sophie Cunningham's ESPN interview defending protections for biological female athletes against trans competitors.
- Turner defended trans inclusion in the WNBA, highlighting that only one openly trans player has participated without causing problems, and criticized sexism and misconduct as greater threats.
- The Indiana Fever issued a statement emphasizing their commitment to a respectful workplace and declined to comment on personnel matters involving former employees.
- The WNBA has not yet announced any investigation or public response to Turner's allegations.
