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Stephanie White named WNBA Coach of the Year
White led the Connecticut Sun to an impressive second-place finish in the Eastern Conference.
WNBA champs Sydney Colson, Theresa Plaisance stretch comedic chops in ‘The Syd + TP Show’
Out WNBA veteran Sydney Colson and former Las Vegas Aces teammate Theresa Plaisance are ready to show you how they never get embarrassed.
Connecticut Sun teammates Alyssa Thomas and DeWanna Bonner are getting married
Thomas proposed to Bonner shortly after the two played in the 2023 WNBA All-Star Game in Las Vegas.
Honorees 41-50: Outsports Power 100, the most influential LGBTQ people in sports
"For the gay and lesbian community, there is more acceptance than even five years ago," says a CBS Sports exec, on this list with a trans athlete and activist, a sports columnist and pro wrestler.
Top 10: Outsports Power 100, the most influential LGBTQ people in sports
"I’m just trying to make it not as tough for the next generation," says a basketball superstar on this list, along with executives with a Major League Baseball team and CBS, an NFL player and soccer legends.
Honorees 11-20: Outsports Power 100, the most influential LGBTQ people in sports
"If we don’t fight for our community and ourselves, who will?" says a U.S. women’s soccer star on this list, along with an NBA executive, an Olympian and two WNBA head coaches.
Honorees 21-30: Outsports Power 100, the most influential LGBTQ people in sports
"Sports has notoriously and publicly suffered from a lack of LGBTQ+ representation," says an NBA exec on this list, along with people from MLB, ESPN and the NFL.
Honorees 31-40: Outsports Power 100, the most influential LGBTQ people in sports
"I look the impact of integrating LGBTQ narratives into sports as my impact," says a sports editor on this list, along with two former Olympians and people from the NBA, MMA, and a college sports.
Honorees 51-60: Outsports Power 100, the most influential LGBTQ people in sports
"When you do come into your workspace, you don’t want to feel hindered or like you’ve got to hide yourself," says a WNBA star on the list, along with people from the NBA, UFC and wheelchair basketball.
Honorees 61-70: Outsports Power 100, the most influential LGBTQ people in sports
A former NFL player who appeared in the Super Bowl is on this list, along with people from NBC, the Washington Post, MLS and WNBA.
Honorees 71-80: Outsports Power 100, the most influential LGBTQ people in sports
"Since I have been completely out, I feel like I am on a victory tour with every conversation I have," says a pro soccer exec on this list with people from the WNBA, NBC, CBS, ESPN and U.S. Ski and Snowboard.
Honorees 81-90: Outsports Power 100, the most influential LGBTQ people in sports
"You must allow no one to make you feel ashamed of who you are," says a pro referee on this list with an Olympian, a former NFL player and a high school basketball coach.
Honorees 91-100: Outsports Power 100, the most influential LGBTQ people in sports
"Pride to me is authenticity. It’s honesty," says an NFL executive, on this list with people from the NHL, PGA, WNBA and two Olympians.
How the NBA and WNBA created sports’ premier culture of inclusion
The WNBA is the most represented league on the Outsports Power 100. The NBA has the most men’s sports execs.
Hall of Fame player Natalie Williams has found fast success as an out WNBA exec
With a wife, six kids and success with the Las Vegas Aces, Williams is an Outsports Power 100 honoree.
In DC, the WNBA shows what local leadership means to a nation during Pride month
The Washington Mystics and their fans celebrated Pride Night, and welcomed Brittney Griner, on Friday.
Brittney Griner & Mercury teammates endure abuse from conservative ‘provocateur’ at the airport
While flying commercial out of Dallas, Griner and the Phoenix Mercury were accosted by a right wing hack, underscoring the need for charter flights in the WNBA.
WNBA opening weekend promises more than just a return to form
LGBTQ players take center stage in a weekend of season openers. Fans of the league can look forward to a summer of high stakes both on and off the court.
Brittney Griner vows to never play overseas again—unless it’s for the Olympics
In her first press conference since being released from Russian captivity, Griner also thanked her wife and fans for their support.
Trailblazer Layshia Clarendon focused on a WNBA return while helping trans and nonbinary people
Clarendon’s story and foundation are at the center of a new "Changemakers" episode from GLAAD.
Let’s make Brittney Griner’s welcome-home game the special moment she deserves
We as fans have a chance to give Griner a hero’s welcome when the season tips off on May 19.
Brittney Griner is Outsports 2022 Person of the Year
Griner’s detention in Russia and her eventual release was a flashpoint that revealed racism, sexism and homophobia.
Brittney Griner confirms WNBA return in first post since release from Russia
Fans in Phoenix and across the league will once again be able to cheer on BG in the 2023 season.
Now that Brittney Griner is free, will WNBA players return to Russia?
Despite Griner’s situation, some WNBA stars say they’re amenable to the idea.
Brittney Griner’s release, attacked by some, should be celebrated by all
An American is coming home weeks before Christmas. That’s great to see.
Brittney Griner is free
The U.S. brokered a high-profile prisoner swap with Russia to bring Griner home.
Brittney Griner moved to Russian penal colony
Attorneys report that Griner began transfer late last week.
Brittney Griner’s appeal denied by Russia, sentence remains 9 years
Griner faces the end of her career in Russian prison, now waits to see if a prisoner-trade deal can be found.
Becky Hammon leads Las Vegas Aces to WNBA title, makes history
Becky Hammon continues to blaze a trail for women and LGBT people in sports.
President Biden meets with Brittney Griner’s wife and Paul Whelan’s family
The White House reiterates to Cherelle Griner that bringing the WNBA star home from Russia is a "front of mind" priority.
A miracle Connecticut Sun comeback would help gay WNBA coach Curt Miller make history
Down two games to none, Miller still has an opportunity to become the first out gay male coach to win a pro sports championship.
WNBA Finals features at least 8 out players and 2 out head coaches
The Connecticut Sun and Las Vegas Aces are giving LGBTQ sports fans plenty to root for.