Fans Ejected From Moda Center Over ‘F*ck Transphobia’ Shirt
Portland Fire fans reported being ejected from the Moda Center during a game against the Indiana Fever on July 31. The fans claim security asked them to leave because one of them was wearing a shirt that read "F*ck Transphobia,"…
Portland, OR, August 10, 2026 —
PORTLAND, OR – Several Portland Fire fans reported being ejected from the Moda Center on July 31 during a game against the Indiana Fever. The fans stated that security personnel asked them to leave the venue due to attire they were wearing.
According to the fans, the ejection stemmed from one individual wearing a shirt with the phrase “F*ck Transphobia.” They were informed by security that the shirt violated the Moda Center’s policy on profanity.
The incident occurred in the context of ongoing discussions and controversy surrounding comments made by Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham, which have been described as anti-transgender. The timeline of the fans’ ejection during the game against the Fever places the event within this sensitive period.
Details regarding the specific security personnel involved, the exact timing of the ejection during the game, and any further communication between the fans and venue management were not immediately available. The specific profanity policy cited by the venue was also not detailed in the reports from the fans.
Story summarized from the original created by Stephanie Kaloi on www.portlandmercury.com, see more information here.
