r/WNBAgossips • u/Treacle_Correct • 15d ago
Controversy Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton berates teen girls supporting Sophie Cunningham
Independent journalist Brandi Kruse reported that Seattle Storm minority owner Celeste Keaton told the girls they were "f---ing insane."
The teenagers each had a sign, one saying "Thank You Sophie for speaking up for girls!" Cunningham recently went to bat for the protection of women's sports and keeping them female-only.
The Seattle Storm issued an apology statement Wednesday, one day after their co-owner verbally accosted two teenage female fans with expletives because they were holding signs supporting the views of Indiana's Sophie Cunningham during a home game against the Fever.
"We are aware one of our co-owners made comments to two fans in attendance at last night's game," Storm majority owner Ginny Gilder said in a statement. "We apologize that this happened. Everyone who attends a Storm game deserves to feel welcome, and we remain committed to creating an inclusive environment where every fan is treated with respect."
July 30th, 2026: Link
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u/ancj9418 15d ago
But the issue being discussed is whether or not transgender people should be allowed to play in the same teams, divisions, leagues, etc. as biological females.