WNBA Team, Indiana Fever, Kneels During National Anthem Following Colin Kaepernick Protest

Colin Kaepernick's decision to kneel during the National Anthem in protest of what he deems are wrongdoings against African Americans and minorities in the United States rocked the nation and he has become a polarizing figure because of it.

"I am not going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses black people and people of color," Kaepernick told NFL Media back in August.

"To me, this is bigger than football and it would be selfish on my part to look the other way. There are bodies in the street and people getting paid leave and getting away with murder."

Despite the negative reaction to his stance from some quarters, more and more athletes are following in his footsteps and are committing to taking a stand as well.

On Wednesday, Sept. 21, the WNBA’s Indiana Fever took a courageous stand as a team when the entire squad kneeled in unison during the playing of The Star Spangled Banner. The players locked their arms together and were joined by their opponents, Phoenix Mercury’s Mistie Bass and Kelsey Bone.

At the conclusion of the game, Fever’s Marissa Coleman spoke about her team’s decision to take a kneel before tip-off.

"It was unanimous that we were going to do it together," she said. "We have a platform, and I think it’s a disservice if we don’t use it. This was bigger than basketball. As important as this game was, there are other things going on in this world. It’s just to get conversations started."

Coleman further elaborated on how Fever head-coach Stephanie White was proud of her team’s effort to stand for what they deemed right during one of their huddles.

"The first thing she said to us in the huddle before the game started was how proud she was of us for doing it," Coleman said. "I’m proud to be part of this organization."

Bass also chimed in on her decision to follow suit and why she proceeded to kneel during the anthem. "I have the utmost respect for the amazing police officers who keep the integrity of their job and are upholding what they swore to do, which is protect and serve," she said. "As well as all the people overseas who serve and protect us. However, the bad apples are making it a bad situation for all those who are good."