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WNBA suspends Alyssa Thomas 1 game for hit to Caitlin Clark's throat
By Doug Feinberg, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 25, 2026
· 2 min read
The WNBA has suspended Phoenix's Alyssa Thomas for one game after she made contact with her fist to Caitlin Clark's throat in Wednesday night's matchup against Indiana.It happened with 6:52 left in the second quarter and was deemed to be a non-basketball act. The league gave Thomas a Flagrant Fou...
Key takeaway The league gave Thomas a Flagrant Foul 2 penalty for it.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The suspension of Alyssa Thomas for her actions against Caitlin Clark is a reminder that player safety is a concern that resonates with local fans who closely follow the WNBA. As the Fever prepare to host Los Angeles on Saturday night, the team's focus on player safety will likely be a topic of discussion among fans in Alamo Heights and the broader San Antonio area. The fact that the league upgraded the foul and issued a suspension demonstrates that the WNBA is taking steps to address these concerns. The physical play in the recent games between the Mercury and the Fever has been notable, with multiple technical fouls and an ejection, and it will be interesting to see how the team responds to the league's actions and prioritizes player safety in upcoming games. The community's attention to this issue may also spark broader conversations about sports safety and the importance of protecting players in local athletic programs.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The WNBA has suspended Phoenix's Alyssa Thomas for one game after she made contact with her fist to Caitlin Clark's throat in Wednesday night's matchup against Indiana.It happened with 6:52 left in the second quarter and was deemed to be a non-basketball act. The league gave Thomas a Flagrant Fou...
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