WNBA coach Brondello suspended over inappropriate comment at Angel Reese
Summary
The WNBA suspended Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello for one game after she made an inappropriate comment about player Angel Reese during a game. Brondello apologized for using the phrase "protected species," which caused offense, especially to Black women in the league.Key Facts
- Sandy Brondello, coach of Toronto Tempo, was suspended for one game by the WNBA.
- The suspension came after she called player Angel Reese a “protected species” during a game against the Atlanta Dream.
- The phrase was used after a Toronto player was injured in contact with Reese and a foul was called on Sabally.
- Brondello apologized publicly, saying her words were meant to express frustration with referees, not to offend.
- Angel Reese responded on social media with a critical remark and an emoji.
- The phrase “protected species” is common in Australian sports but is seen as offensive in the U.S. because it can imply someone is less than human.
- Brondello has coached in the WNBA since 2014 and has won championships with other teams.
- She will miss the next game against the Las Vegas Aces as part of her suspension.
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