WNBA Game Sparks Controversy as Women Supporters Forced to Cover Up Shirts at Atlanta Arena

The Indiana Fever defeated the Atlanta Dream 95-91 in overtime Sunday night at the Gateway Center Arena in Atlanta.

For the second time in weeks, women wearing pro-women shirts to show support for Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham have been confronted by arena staff. During the game, a mother and daughter were told they must cover up their shirts or leave the venue.

The incident follows last week’s WNBA meeting where league personnel discussed eligibility rules but made no definitive changes regarding restrictions on men in the league. Cunningham has been instrumental in bringing attention to the conversation of women needing their own sports within the league.