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The WNBA is in the middle of a high-stakes debate over transgender athlete eligibility, holding internal meetings with team leaders but stopping short of any immediate policy changes. While the league insists it’s not currently impacted by any transgender athletes in its ranks, the silence has sparked controversy — from advocates demanding clarity to former pros threatening to enter the draft to challenge the status quo. Coaches like Cheryl Reeve frame the issue as a human rights matter, while others, like Sophie Cunningham, push for biological exclusivity. Amid rising public pressure and media scrutiny, the league says discussions are ongoing and will be part of its future strategy — leaving the debate simmering for now.

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