The WNBA has pledged to strengthen protections for players facing online abuse following a virtual meeting between Commissioner Cathy Engelbert and representatives of the Women's National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA). The discussions came after a string of disturbing incidents involving threats, racist messages and targeted harassment directed at players across the league.
Held on Tuesday evening at the request of the players' union, the meeting brought together Engelbert, the union's executive committee and its Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee. It focused on ways to improve player safety, strengthen communication and ensure a quicker response when abuse escalates beyond social media.
