‘Say Her Name’: The WNBA Opens Its Season by Dedicating It to Breonna Taylor

The WNBA opens its season by dedicating it to Breonna Taylor, BlackLivesMatter, and the SayHerName campaign, 'a campaign committed to saying the names and fighting for justice for Black women... who are so often forgotten in this fight for justice.'

, Loeffler said she feared that the WNBA’s public support for the Black Lives Matter movement could drive some fans away. “I think a lot of people feel that they may not have a place,” Loeffler told the network. “They may feel excluded from this sport and other sports that make them feel like American values aren’t at the core of what we’re doing here.”objecting to the league’s promotion of Black Lives Matter—and instead suggested that teams add American flags to jerseys and licensed apparel.

That action prompted a rebuking tweet from the Liberty’s Clarendon, a former player for the Dream and one of the league’s more politically active players. “I can’t believe I ever stepped foot in Kelly’s house and shared a meal with her,” . “It’s actually really hurtful to see her true colors. I had no idea while I played for ATL she felt this way. Happy to own us as long as we stay quiet and perform.”Sign Up Now

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