Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham isn’t slowing down — not even in the offseason. Just months after suffering a season-ending knee injury, the fiery guard is turning heads once again, this time off the court. From national television appearances to a surprising new gig alongside Caitlin Clark, Cunningham is proving that her spotlight in the WNBA extends far beyond basketball.
The 29-year-old Fever standout made a major media splash this week with her appearance on Good Morning America, one of the most-watched morning shows in the United States. Striding into the New York City studio with her trademark confidence and charm, Cunningham showed that she’s becoming more than an athlete — she’s a growing media personality. For a player once defined by grit and hustle on the hardwood, this marked a stunning evolution into a full-fledged cultural figure.
But the headlines didn’t stop there. Just hours after the broadcast, Cunningham made another announcement that left WNBA fans buzzing: she’ll serve as Caitlin Clark’s caddie at the upcoming ANNIKA Pro-Am golf tournament in Florida. Yes, you read that right — the same Sophie Cunningham who has never claimed to be a golf enthusiast will be walking the fairways with one of the league’s biggest stars.
“I’m not a golfer,” Cunningham reportedly joked to friends, “but for Caitlin, I’ll carry the bag.” Alongside teammate Lexie Hull, she’s set to support Clark as the Fever rookie sensation competes for the second straight year at the prestigious event, founded by golfing legend Annika Sorenstam. It’s a playful, unexpected collaboration that perfectly captures the growing crossover appeal of WNBA athletes — where competition meets charisma, and friendship becomes part of the story.
The moment also symbolizes something bigger. Cunningham, sidelined since August after her injury, has been channeling her energy into building connections — both with fans and with her teammates. She’s become a constant presence at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, cheering courtside for the Indiana Pacers and showing unwavering support for the Fever community. When the team posted her courtside photo with the caption “courtside vibes ✨ Sophie Cunningham is in the house cheering on the @pacers tonight 👋”, it instantly went viral. Fever fans flooded the comments, celebrating her energy and personality that continues to shine even off the floor.
Before the injury cut her debut season with Indiana short, Cunningham was quietly becoming one of the team’s emotional leaders. In 30 games, she averaged 8.6 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and nearly two three-pointers per game — numbers that only hint at her true impact. Her toughness, swagger, and relentless spirit earned her the respect of both teammates and opponents alike.
Now, as free agency looms on February 1, questions are swirling about what comes next. Will Cunningham re-sign with the Fever, or will her offseason star power translate into a new chapter elsewhere in the WNBA?
For now, she’s busy rewriting the playbook — one TV appearance, one golf course, and one viral moment at a time. And if there’s one thing fans have learned about Sophie Cunningham, it’s this: you never know what she’s going to do next — but you can’t look away when she does it.
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