Sophie Cunningham Publicly Defends Stephanie White Amid Backlash During DiJonai Carrington Blowout
Sophie Cunningham stepped up for Stephanie White when critics called for her head.
Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White sparked controversy after defending New York Liberty guard DiJonai Carrington following a foul on Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham during a game on August 11, 2026. The remarks prompted a backlash from fans who accused White of not defending her own players, particularly Cunningham. However, Sophie Cunningham publicly defended her head coach, emphasizing that their locker room is tight and they stand by each other, regardless of outside scrutiny.
Cunningham also noted that White, who coached Carrington for several years, didn't see the real-time play and praised Carrington as a great player. White stood by her comments, stating that she takes any suggestion that she doesn't have her players' backs personally and is there for them 100%.
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