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Angel Reese accepts Brondello’s apology after ‘protected species’ comment lands ban

The Guardian Sport Monday 20 July 2026, 10:50 UTC By Associated Press 1 min read
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Toronto coach made comment during Friday’s gameTerm common in Australia but could be seen as racistAngel Reese has accepted Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello’s apology for an inappropriate comment about the Atlanta Dream star. The WNBA suspended Brondello one game for being overheard calling Reese a “protected species” during the Dream’s win over the Tempo on Friday.

  • Toronto coach made comment during Friday’s game

  • Term common in Australia but could be seen as racist

Angel Reese has accepted Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello’s apology for an inappropriate comment about the Atlanta Dream star.

The WNBA suspended Brondello one game for being overheard calling Reese a “protected species” during the Dream’s win over the Tempo on Friday.

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Angel Reese (PERSON) Brondello (ORG) Toronto (LOCATION) Australia (LOCATION) Reese (PERSON) Sandy Brondello (PERSON) Atlanta (LOCATION) WNBA (ORG)
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