“Protect Women in Sports”: Angel Reese Gets Huge Roar of Support After Deleting Instagram Account Over Raunchy Dress

In the world of sports, every athlete’s career is like a game — full of highs, lows, and fierce competition. But when it comes to women’s sports, the rules of the game can seem a little different, especially around how women are perceived off the court. Angel Reese, a star in her rookie season with the Chicago Sky, has learned this the hard way. Her recent decision to delete her Instagram account after facing intense backlash over a New Year’s Day dress has sparked both outrage and overwhelming support, shining a spotlight on the double standards women athletes face.
According to a recent post on X, Reese decided to delete her Instagram account after receiving an onslaught of criticism for her choice of attire. The backlash was swift, with Reese’s fashion choice becoming a flashpoint for the negativity that often surrounds her.
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But instead of retreating into silence, Reese’s decision to step away from social media only ignited further conversation about the treatment of women in sports.
Fans rally behind Angel Reese, calling for accountability and respect for women in sports
One fan commented, “I hate that Angel Reese is going through so much, people should be fucking ashamed of themselves. Protect women in sports. Protect women period.”This message reflects a growing call for accountability in how women athletes are treated, both on and off the court. Reese has faced her share of controversy since her time at LSU, and this latest incident is yet another example of how women’s appearances are scrutinized in ways that male athletes rarely experience. But fans were quick to defend her, rallying around her in a show of unity.
Another fan echoed the sentiment, saying, “Angel Reese haters deserve to be publicly stoned, tarred, and feathered. Bunch of disgusting, miserable, racist ass fucks.” These words are a flare in the dark, part of the larger conversation about how women, especially women of color like Reese, are so often stripped of their humanity in the public eye. Reese isn’t just a fierce WNBA player; she’s a person with dreams, aspirations, and emotions, as she shared last year in her podcast with Sexyy Red. We tend to forget, in the rush to judge and criticize, that athletes like Reese are more than the sum of their performances—they are people too, deserving of respect.
One fan expressed their heartache for Reese, saying, “God please protect Angel Reese at all costs!! My heart breaks for her, she’s 22 and has to deal with so much hate on a daily basis, and to all the people who harass her and sexualize her, y’all’s karma is coming. Angel is a beautiful, kind, intelligent woman she deserves better.” The emotional weight of this comment speaks volumes, not only defending Reese but also calling out the culture of harassment that plagues women in sports—especially those who stand out.
There’s no denying that Reese’s transition from LSU to the WNBA has been anything but smooth. As one fan pointed out, “The deeper part about Angel Reese is how y’all have wanted to humble her since she beat that ‘GOAT’ who never won in college after she did. Y’all never wanted to silence her ever since. She don’t bother nobody and is ALSO making waves to lift women’s basketball.” This sentiment gets to the heart of why people think Reese has become a lightning rod for so much criticism—her unapologetic success has made some uncomfortable, and rather than celebrate her, they seek to tear her down.
The stark truth is, Reese’s only “crime” was playing the game with intensity and confidence. A fan underscored this, saying, “Angel Reese is the most hated women’s athlete in the country, and it’s not because she assaulted, cheated on, or killed anyone. The biggest sin she ever committed in her life was taunting in a basketball game, and it’s gonna be insane to look back on.” For those who have followed Reese’s career, her talent, work ethic, and leadership are undeniable—yet, despite all of her achievements, she’s still subjected to harsh criticism simply for being a woman in sports who dares to own her space.
In this instance, Reese’s story is about far more than just an Instagram post or a New Year’s dress—it’s about the bigger picture of protecting women in sports, valuing their contributions, and allowing them to express themselves without fear of backlash. As the world watches Reese continue to make waves in the WNBA with the Chicago Sky, the call to “protect women in sports” is loud and clear. It’s a demand for respect, for fairness, and for the right to simply exist in the public eye without being reduced to mere objectification. Fans are rallying behind her not just because of her basketball skills but because they understand that her fight is far bigger than just the game. The support is growing, and with it, so is the momentum for change.
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