Overview

• A CBS Sports Radio host referred to South Carolina women’s basketball player Kamilla Cardoso as 'the giant Brazilian woman from South Carolina that knocks people over,' prompting backlash.
• Coach Dawn Staley demanded an apology for the offensive description of Cardoso, emphasizing the need for respect.
• The radio host, J.R. Jackson, issued an apology, expressing regret for his words and committing to learn from the incident.
• LSU head coach Kim Mulkey defended Cardoso, criticizing the media's reaction and calling the backlash 'a little bit sexist.'
• The incident has sparked a broader conversation about respect and representation in sports media.