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The WNBPA has issued a robust defence of inclusion and equity as debate over transgender athletes in women's basketball intensifies across the league.
AIThe Women's National Basketball Players Association has doubled down on its commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion - making clear it refuses to be weaponised as a political tool.
The WNBPA's statement lands amid a heated debate around transgender participation in women's sport, one that has drawn in players, coaches, and fans across the league.
The intervention follows remarks by Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham about transgender athletes competing in women's basketball. Cunningham said she faced significant backlash over her comments, though she insisted her views were not rooted in hatred.
A number of prominent WNBA figures have come out in support of transgender athletes. Seattle Storm centre Stefanie Dolson and Golden State's Gabby Williams have both publicly championed inclusive policies in the sport.
The WNBPA also called on supporters to report hateful or abusive conduct - whether witnessed at games or online - and pushed for stronger protections under Title IX.
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