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WNBA’s Trans Eligibility Crossroads | Wilmington News
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Former NBA players Royce White and Enes Kanter Freedom are declaring for the 2027 WNBA Draft, identifying as women for professional play and claiming dominance in the league — a move that’s ignited controversy and forced the WNBA into a high-stakes dilemma. With Sophie Cunningham’s recent drama adding fuel to the fire, the league now faces tough decisions: reject them outright, create new eligibility criteria based on transition history, define eligibility strictly by biological sex (risking backlash), or accept them — risking alienation of female players and fans. The outcome could reshape the league’s identity, stability, and future.
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