AustraliaWNBA star Angel Reese has accepted an apology from Australian coach Sandy Brondello after he referred to her as a 'protected species' during a game. Brondello was suspended for one match following the incident, which occurred during the Atlanta Dream's victory over the Toronto Tempo. The term 'protected species' is commonly used in Australian sports to express frustration with officiating decisions, though it carries different implications in the U.S., where it may be perceived as racially insensitive. Reese expressed gratitude for the league's actions and emphasized the importance of maintaining a positive environment in the WNBA.
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