Chicago Sky HC Teresa Weatherspoon issues statement about Chennedy Carter’s flagrant foul on Caitlin Clark

During the Indiana Fever’s win over the Chicago Sky on Saturday, Sky guard Chennedy Carter committed a Flagrant 1 foul on Caitlin Clark, shoving her to the ground. Since then, Carter has received no shortage of backlash for her actions.

After the game, Carter refused to answer questions about Clark. However, she insulted Clark shortly after the contest on social media, writing “beside three point shooting what does she bring to the table man.”

Before the Chicago Sky met with the media on Monday, head coach Teresa Weatherspoon addressed the situation.

“Physical play, intensity, and a competitive spirit are hallmarks of Chicago Sky basketball,” Weatherspoon wrote in an official statement, per Jon Greenberg. “Chennedy got caught up in the heat of the moment in an effort to win the game. She and I have discussed what happened and that it was not appropriate, nor is it what we do or who we are.

“Chennedy understands that there are better ways to handle situations on the court, and she will learn from this, as we all will. As a team, we will grow together and continue to work hard to display strong leadership and set a positive example for our competitors, fans, and partners.”

This story will be updated.

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