Sophie Cunningham slams WNBA for failing to protect Caitlin Clark

Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham made headlines over the weekend when she criticized the WNBA and its referees for not protecting her teammate Caitlin Clark. Cunningham, known for her fiery and physical defense, took matters into her own hands during a recent game against the Connecticut Sun, where she was at the center of a brawl after a hard foul on Sun guard Jacy Sheldon, who had previously poked Clark in the eye.

Speaking to reporters, Cunningham expressed her frustration with the lack of protection for Clark, who has been the target of rough play since entering the league last year. The incident with Sheldon was just the latest in a series of controversial moments where Clark was not given the calls she deserved.

This season alone, Clark was involved in a game-winning play against the New York Liberty where she was not awarded a foul despite clear contact from Natasha Cloud. Cunningham, along with Clark, voiced their displeasure with the referees after the game.

Cunningham has taken it upon herself to protect Clark on the court, earning her the nickname “the enforcer” for the Fever. With a background in Taekwondo and a black belt earned at the age of 6, Cunningham is more than equipped to handle any physical challenges that come her way.

Off the court, Cunningham’s popularity has soared, with a significant increase in followers on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Her upbringing on a farm has instilled in her a strong work ethic and sense of teamwork, qualities that have shaped her into the player and person she is today.

As fans continue to rally behind Cunningham and Clark, it’s clear that the Indiana Fever have a formidable duo in their corner. Cunningham’s willingness to stand up for her teammate and her no-nonsense approach to the game have made her a fan favorite and a force to be reckoned with in the WNBA.