WNBA’s lack of clarity on gender eligibility policy is ‘herald of the times culturally,’ ex-NBA player says
Former NBA player Royce White criticised the WNBA's handling of the transgender athlete debate, telling Fox News Channel's "Fox & Friends Weekend" that the league's lack of a clear gender eligibility policy reflects a broader cultural shift in the United States. He argued the WNBA exemplifies what he called the country "losing a lot of things," suggesting the controversy could threaten the league's recently expanded fan base.
White, who said he intends to declare for the 2027 WNBA Draft, made the comments after being asked whether growing scrutiny over transgender inclusion policies could damage the league's popularity. The interview offered no detail on any specific WNBA policy changes or incidents, framing the issue instead as part of a wider cultural debate around gender eligibility in women's sport.
- Royce White criticised WNBA's unclear transgender athlete eligibility policy.
- He called it a sign of broader cultural change in America.
- White said he plans to declare for the 2027 WNBA Draft.