WNBA players spotted leaving the court before the national anthem and coming back as soon as it finishes
WNBA Teams Skip National Anthem Again The WNBA seems to be overlooking its own guidelines regarding “The Star-Spangled Banner.” On Monday, fans observed that for the second consecutive game, both competing teams in the WNBA finals left the court before the anthem was played. ‘The anthem does not represent freedom, justice, and liberty for all […]
Sports reporters remain quiet about the WNBA national anthem protest and the high school cross country conflict.
Activists or cowards? That’s a thought that often crosses my mind about journalists who suddenly go quiet on pressing issues. Do they dodge hard questions because they worry that the responses might challenge a position they stand behind? Or perhaps they’re simply afraid of the backlash from their colleagues? DREAM AND VALKYRIES SKIP NATIONAL ANTHEM […]
Dream and Valkyries do not sing national anthem again in WNBA Finals Game 2 even though the rulebook requires it
National Anthem Absences Continue in WNBA Finals SAN FRANCISCO – In a noteworthy repeat of last game, both the Atlanta Dream and the Golden State Valkyries skipped the national anthem for Game 2 of the WNBA Finals on Monday. This decision came despite a rule in the league’s own guideline that instructs players to stand […]
WNBA quiet after Finals teams do not sing national anthem despite rule mandating players to stand and line up
SAN FRANCISCO – WNBA National Anthem Controversy The WNBA rulebook clearly states that players, coaches, and trainers should stand in line along the sidelines or foul line during the national anthem. However, both teams participating in the Finals chose to leave the court before Saturday’s anthem. This absence hasn’t been explained, and the league hasn’t […]
Valkryies and Dream walked out of the locker room during the national anthem before the first game of the WNBA Finals.
The Valkyries faced off against the Dream in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals. Golden State marked a historic achievement by securing their first-ever Finals victory on Saturday. However, the pre-game events drew attention when neither team was present for the national anthem before play began. Instead, both teams chose to go to their locker […]
Fans claim Chicago Bears player performed Muslim prayer during national anthem: ‘Is this respectful?’
The NFL surely doesn’t need another national anthem issue right now. Yet, a video circulating online has cast the Chicago Bears in a controversial light due to a player’s behavior during “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Sometimes, it only takes one clip. ‘Don’t pray to Allah during OUR national anthem!’ Prior to the Bears’ matchup against the […]
New York Islanders invite cherished 105-year-old WWII veteran Dominick Critelli to perform the national anthem again
He’s a national treasure. A cherished 105-year-old WWII Army veteran, Dominick Critelli, known for his remarkable saxophone version of the national anthem, brought excitement to fans once again at the Islanders’ home opener against the New Jersey Devils on Saturday. “What this country has done for me, no other country in the world could do […]
Mariachi group’s national anthem at Bears vs. Eagles game sparks discussion on racism and response from US Senator
Mariachi Band’s National Anthem Performance Sparks Debate In case you missed it, during the Monday Night Football matchup between the Chicago Bears and Philadelphia Eagles, the national anthem was sung by a mariachi band. This unexpected choice led to a not-so-calm discussion about the performance by The Mariachi Herencia de México. Many seemed to celebrate, […]
Caleb Williams, held back by a hamstring injury, observed casually walking along the Bears sideline during the national anthem.
Before the Monday Night Football game between the Chicago Bears and the Philadelphia Eagles, there was quite a scene during the national anthem, and Caleb Williams stood out in a rather unusual way. The “Star-Spangled Banner” was performed by the Mariachi Herencia de México, while players, coaches, and others lined the sidelines. But there was […]
Trumpeter Dr. Jesse McGuire sings national anthem following instrument issues in memorable MLB moment
Retired Navy Petty Officer Reflects on National Anthem Performance General Wilson, a retired U.S. Navy Petty Officer and seasoned national anthem performer, talked about his recent viral performance before the football game between LSU and Ole Miss in Oxford, Mississippi. Wilson shared insights into the emotional preparation that went into the performance and noted the […]