Both fans and public personalities. Some have voiced their profound disappointment, calling on her to change her mind and emphasizing her status as a resilient and hopeful figure.
Her courage in standing up for her beliefs, even at considerable personal expense, has been praised by others. In a statement, the WNBA and Griner’s club, the Phoenix Mercury,
Acknowledged the damage her departure would cause to the sport while expressing support for Griner’s choice. What Comes Next? Griner has not said where she intends to go,
But she has made it clear that she will keep speaking out in favor of equality and justice on a worldwide scale. She offered this hopeful message as she wrapped off her remarks:
This declaration is significant for Griner’s career as well as the continuing discussion regarding acknowledgment, respect, and representation in society and sports.