Two WNBA players were disqualified from a game after kneeling during the national anthem in a silent protest against social injustices. The league’s decision to remove the players has sparked a nationwide conversation about the role of activism in sports.
While some fans have rallied behind the athletes, others have criticized their actions as disrespectful to the flag and the country.
The players, who have not yet made a public statement, are said to stand by their decision. Their protest echoes the movement started by former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick in 2016. As the WNBA grapples with balancing tradition and activism, this incident highlights the ongoing tension between sports and social justice.
