Storm apologize after co-owner confronts fans for Cunningham support
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Key Points:
- The Seattle Storm apologized after a co-owner, reportedly Celeste Keaton, directed expletives at two fans supporting a demonstration opposing transgender girls' participation in girls' sports during the team's home loss to the Indiana Fever.
- The demonstration, held outside Climate Pledge Arena before the game, supported Fever guard Sophie Cunningham and a Washington ballot initiative to bar transgender girls from girls' athletics; some protesters were inside the arena during the game.
- The Indiana Fever stated they had no knowledge or contact with the demonstration organizers and emphasized their focus on winning games and uniting fans.
- Both Storm and Fever officials emphasized creating an inclusive, welcoming, and safe environment for all fans attending the game despite the controversy.
- Sophie Cunningham did not comment postgame, while Fever players and coaches addressed reporters, with the team's PR reiterating their neutrality regarding the protest.
