Chicago Sky players lament 'disgusting' vitriol they've received on social media this year: 'It's so hurtful'

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The WNBA has gotten unprecedented attention this year, which has led to much more criticism of its players.

Members of the Chicago Sky said they had never received so much hate and harassment until this season.

"I'll be honest, it was tough. It was really tough," Dana Evans said Thursday night after their season finale. "We’re professionals. We know that we can play this game, but when you’ve got people that’s steady bashing you that’s supposed to be our supporters, I feel like that was a little slap in the face. 

"That was kind of hard to deal with. It was really disgusting.

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The Chicago Sky logo on the court before Game 2 of the first round of the WNBA playoffs between the Chicago Sky and New York Liberty at Wintrust Arena. (Kamil Krzaczynski/USA Today Sports)

"But I always say God does not make mistakes, and this season challenged my mental to another level. And I feel like I'm going to be so much better next season just mentally, prepared for everything."

Her teammate, Isabelle Harrison, held back tears while discussing the "bigotry and racism" she's seen on social media.

"I’ve never experienced this much hate and harassment, this entire season." Harrison said. "I get emotional about it. … It’s hard because it should have never been like that. You just want to play basketball. If it’s online, it’s online. But you now get tagged in it. I’m constantly having to block people, and people are just making narratives about you. It’s hurtful. And it’s hard to just focus on basketball. 

Chicago Sky forward Isabelle Harrison reacts after a foul is called June 16, 2024, during a game at