Several prominent sports news outlets have conspicuously avoided covering two high-profile incidents: WNBA teams continuing to skip the playing of the national anthem and a recent event at a high school cross country race where an American flag was involved.

The WNBA finals saw teams opt out of participating during the national anthem for a second consecutive game, a practice that has become a recurring theme for some teams. This decision by the athletes and teams has drawn attention, particularly given the league's rules that technically require participation in the anthem.

In a separate incident, a high school football player reportedly leveled an opponent who was carrying the American flag. Details surrounding the event remain sparse, but the act itself has sparked discussion and calls for accountability from school officials who have yet to issue a public statement.

The silence from major sports journalism outlets on these two distinct events has led to questions about the media's focus and priorities. While these outlets regularly cover a wide range of sports news, their lack of reporting on these specific situations has been noted by observers.

This lack of coverage contrasts with the attention given to other, often less significant, sports-related stories. The WNBA's anthem stance has been a recurring point of discussion, with some commentators suggesting it impacts the league's broader appeal. Similarly, incidents involving the American flag often generate significant public interest and media scrutiny.

Experts in sports media ethics suggest that consistent coverage of all notable events, regardless of their potentially controversial nature, is crucial for maintaining journalistic integrity. The absence of reporting on these specific incidents raises concerns about potential bias or selective reporting within the sports media landscape.

The implications of this media silence are unclear, but it leaves the public largely uninformed about these events directly from mainstream sports news sources. It also leaves room for speculation about the reasons behind the editorial decisions to omit these stories from their coverage.

As these situations continue to develop, the question remains whether these major sports news outlets will eventually address the WNBA's anthem protest and the high school flag incident, or if they will continue to remain silent.