Sophie Cunningham at the Center of the Debate | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 25, 2026 · 1m

Sophie Cunningham, WNBA star with the Indiana Fever, is at the center of a national firestorm after boldly defending biological women’s rights in sports — sparking praise from some and accusations of transphobia from others. She insists she doesn’t hate the trans community, but stands firm on her belief that biological women deserve protection in women’s sports. Her comments have drawn reactions from high-profile figures like J.K. Rowling and ignited a broader cultural debate, as recent polls show most Americans support transgender athletes competing in sports aligned with their birth gender…