WNBA Stars Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham Speak Out Against League's Leadership
WNBA star Caitlin Clark has spoken out for the first time since reports surfaced about alleged comments made by WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert regarding her and other players. Clark, who missed the second half of the season due to injury, addressed the issue alongside her teammate Sophie Cunningham, who expressed frustration with the league's leadership.
Clark, who is not yet fully recovered and hopes to resume five-on-five basketball in late October, stated she had not heard the initial story from Napheesa Collier about Engelbert's alleged comments. She also confirmed she had not spoken to Engelbert since the reports emerged. Engelbert, for her part, released a statement expressing 'utmost respect' for Collier but was 'disheartened' by how her private conversations had been portrayed.
Cunningham, a guard for the Indiana Fever, echoed Clark's sentiments, adding that she and Clark were two of four Fever players who suffered season-ending injuries this season. Kelsey Mitchell, the team's top scorer, was even taken to the hospital after an mlb playoffs game due to severe cramps. Cunningham's frustration highlights a broader concern among players about the state of the wnba scores and the league's care for its athletes.
Clark's and Cunningham's statements underscore the need for open dialogue and accountability within the WNBA. While Engelbert has expressed respect for Collier, the league must address the players' concerns to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all athletes.
