‘Incredibly thoughtful’: ESPN praises Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve for saying ‘protect trans kids’
Over the past several days, Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham has sparked a lot of conversation throughout the WNBA about whether or not transgender women belong in women’s sports. Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve was one of the voices who weighed in on the matter, and now she’s getting some praise from ESPN. During…
Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve has received praise from ESPN for her comments on transgender athletes in women's sports. During ESPN’s broadcast of a recent game between the Minnesota Lynx and the Indiana Fever, ESPN’s Rebecca Lobo commended Reeve for her “incredibly thoughtful” remarks. Cunningham, a star player for the Fever, sparked controversy earlier this month when she expressed concerns about transgender women participating in women's sports, stating her desire to protect young girls.
Reeve weighed in on the issue, emphasizing the importance of inclusion and the need to protect trans kids. She argued that the issue is not as significant as other problems facing women's sports, such as the lack of equal rights and access to facilities and opportunities. ESPN highlighted Reeve's comments during the broadcast, describing them as “incredibly thoughtful” and encouraging viewers to listen to her full remarks.
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