Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has amassed a following of 3 million fans, but her rising prominence has come with a troubling downside: 20 identified stalkers and a need for round-the-clock security protection.
The situation was highlighted when Cunningham arrived at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on August 5, 2025, for a game against the LA Sparks. The WNBA player's safety concerns have escalated to the point where she now requires 24/7 guards, underscoring the darker side of athlete fame in the social media era.
Pat Bone of Off Day Chatter reported on November 3, 2026, that Cunningham's case reflects a growing trend of targeted harassment against high-profile female athletes, raising questions about league and venue security protocols.
