Sophie Cunningham Urges Stop to Dildo-Throwing Disruptions at WNBA Games

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has publicly condemned the recent and repeated incidents of fans throwing sex toys, particularly neon green dildos, onto WNBA courts during games, highlighting the safety risks posed to players. These disruptions occurred multiple times in a short span, notably during games involving the Golden State Valkyries against the Atlanta Dream and Chicago Sky, causing game stoppages and drawing mixed reactions from fans and players alike. Cunningham's warnings emphasize the potential for serious injuries, a sentiment echoed by other players such as Valkyries forward Cecilia Zandalasini and Chicago Sky center Elizabeth Williams, who criticized the acts as dangerous and juvenile. Despite some amusement among players and commentators, the overall consensus is that these pranks undermine the league's efforts to gain respect and grow its audience. Cunningham has become a vocal advocate for player safety and respect, using social media to call out this behavior and rally support. The incidents have sparked a broader conversation within the WNBA community about fan conduct and the league's image.