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Megan Rapinoe defends Angel Reese's fine-based WNBA media plan: 'Taking her power back'

New York Post·Thomas Gamba-Ellis·25 days ago
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Megan Rapinoe has Angel Reese’s back over her recent comments about handling the media. During an appearance on former first lady Michelle Obama’s “IMO” podcast in late April, Reese admitted she would rather face fines than a continued icy relationship with reporters throughout the WNBA season. “I’ll take a fine before I have to go media and feel like my back is against the wall,” Reese said. United States forward Megan Rapinoe (15) acknowledges fans after game against South Africa in her last national team appearance at Soldier Field. USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con Rapinoe staunchly defended Reese’s stance about the media during an episode of her podcast “A Touch More” on Thursday, saying it’s a “really great example of her taking her power back.” “Angel was set up as a villain before she was even in the WNBA, and now she’s making it clear that she’s gonna protect her peace,” she said. “The media landscape is changing rapidly in women’s sports, and of course, the W, as always, is out front.…

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