Fever's Sophie Cunningham reveals drastic personal measure taken after 2026 WNBA season

November 2, 2026

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has taken a significant step to address her heightened public profile following a contentious 2026 WNBA season. In a recent appearance on her *No Hesitation* podcast, Cunningham revealed she has hired around-the-clock security personnel to ensure her safety, citing concerns that her visibility has made her a target regardless of location.

The decision comes amid ongoing fallout from her controversial remarks earlier this year about transgender athletes, which sparked widespread debate and backlash. Cunningham emphasized that the move is intended to protect her well-being and allow her to focus on maintaining a positive presence, contrasting with her earlier public statements that drew criticism for their divisive tone.

The timing of her security detail coincides with broader discussions in women’s sports about inclusivity and athlete advocacy, particularly as former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White explored draft eligibility for the WNBA and tensions arose during a Fever-related incident at Climate Pledge Arena earlier this season.