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Sophie Cunningham Recalls WNBA Reality That Forced Her to Look Beyond Basketball Before New CBA

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham recently disclosed that her initial WNBA salary was approximately $28,000 after taxes, a figure that compelled her to consider outside employment to maintain financial stability. She noted that other athletes, including a member of the Seattle Storm, previously balanced league commitments with retail jobs to supplement their income.

Cunningham credited the current collective bargaining agreement for significantly improving player compensation and eliminating the necessity for such secondary roles. Other notable figures like Natisha Hiedeman, Candace Parker, and Chiney Ogwumike have also previously discussed the financial challenges that forced them to seek additional revenue streams through retail work, broadcasting, or international play.

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