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Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sophie Cunningham Sends Clear Message To Rival Jacy Sheldon
Sophie Cunningham Sends Clear Message To Rival Jacy Sheldon originally appeared on The Spun. Sophie Cunningham isn't going to back down from a fight, that's for sure. On Tuesday night, Connecticut Sun guard Jacy Sheldon received a flagrant foul for poking Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark in the eye. That eventually led to Marina Mabrey pushing Clark to the ground. Advertisement It wasn't until the final minute of regulation that Cunningham retaliated with a hard foul of her own. The veteran guard legitimately pulled Sheldon down to the floor during a fast break. That foul resulted in a near brawl between Cunningham and Sheldon. When the dust settled, the referees ejected both of them from the game. "When you are winning a game by 17 points and you doing this stupid foul, this is just disrespectful," Connecticut head coach Rachid Meziane told reporters. "I don't know how Jacy and Lindsay [got] rejected from the game when they did nothing." Cunningham, who has gained thousands of social media followers since her scuffle with Sheldon, doesn't regret her actions regardless of what's being said about her. INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JUNE 17: Sophie Cunningham #8 of the Indiana Fever attempts a shot in the second quarter against the Connecticut Sun at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 17, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by)On Thursday night, Cunningham delivered a message to Sheldon via TikTok. She posted a video of her singing "Hands to Myself" by Selena Gomez. Advertisement "It's a joke… the sound was too fitting! happy game day," Cunningham wrote for her caption. Whether fans find it rude or not, Cunningham is clearly aware of all the jokes being made about her and Sheldon. Besides, most fans laughed at Cunningham's post. "This is gold," one fan said. "Legend," a TikTok user commented. "This is the best TikTok in the history of ever," another fan wrote. Cunningham has received a fine for her role in Tuesday's altercation. However, she wasn't suspended for any future games. As of right now, Cunningham is really benefitting from her feud with Sheldon. She's currently up to one million followers on TikTok. Advertisement WNBA fans will get to see Cunningham square off against Sheldon once again on July 15. Related: Brawl Breaks Out After Sophie Cunningham Fouls Caitlin Clark's Rival Sophie Cunningham Sends Clear Message To Rival Jacy Sheldon first appeared on The Spun on Jun 20, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Sophie Cunningham, a black belt in Taekwondo? Expert says Caitlin Clark enforcer 'bearhugged' Jacy Sheldon
The Indiana Fever's matchup against the Connecticut Sun was anything but ordinary, featuring high-intensity play, emotional flare-ups, and a standout moment of grit from Sophie Cunningham. In a game marked by physical clashes and rising tensions, Cunningham stole the spotlight with a fiery response that showcased not just her competitive edge but her martial arts background. Also Read: Bill Belichick's relationship with Jordon Hudson could cost him his job, former Buffalo star says: 'Not a win' On June 17, 2025, during a heated regular-season game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, tensions boiled over between the Indiana Fever and the Connecticut Sun. The spark came late in the third quarter when Jacy Sheldon poked Caitlin Clark in the eye, followed by a shove from Marina Mabrey. In response, Cunningham—known for her black belt in taekwondo—charged in to defend Clark, delivering a hard foul on Sheldon that ignited a scuffle and ultimately led to her ejection from the game. Following the incident, she quickly rose to fame as Clark's 'enforcer'. Cunningham earned her black belt in Taekwondo at the age of 6. Many users expressed adoration for the player on social media as one user wrote, 'Black belt Sophie Cunningham of the Fever… I'm a big fan.' A second user wrote, 'WNBA needs to know that Sophie Cunningham is a black belt. She will piece you the f*** up lol.' A third user wrote, 'Sophie Cunningham literally got her black belt at the age of 6. She's not the one to mess with.' Also Read: CJ Mosley retires: All about NFL star's wife Thelma Mosley, kids and net worth Veteran analyst Rachel DeMita, who also holds a black belt in taekwondo, weighed in on Sophie Cunningham's actions during the heated moment. She shared on her YouTube channel, 'Sophie did not grab her and throw her to the ground,' as reported by Marca. She continued, 'She didn't body-slam her, she didn't do anything, in my personal opinion. Maybe I'm biased here but I want to give you guys my straight up honest opinion on this. She bearhugged her, took her to the ground…' DeMita also shared, 'Yes, it was intentional. It was absolutely intentional. It was, for me, a payback for what was happening the entire game. But she (Sophie) did it in a way that she wasn't going to injure Jacy.' She added, 'She was just making it known, like, 'If the refs aren't going to handle it, I will handle it. We'll take care of it. But this is not what you're going to do when you come into our house.'"
Chicago Tribune
a day ago
- Business
- Chicago Tribune
Who should endorse nightclubs becomes topic during Waukegan City Council meeting
A number of Waukegan's 69 taverns or restaurants with bars offer their customers entertainment in one form or another but none of the establishments are nightclubs as defined by the city's Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) approved in a 6-3 vote of the City Council last July. Ald. Lynn Florian, 8th Ward, expressed concern at Monday's City Council meeting that Encore Events was about to receive a nightclub endorsement from Mayor Sam Cunningham. The ordinance gives him the sole right to approve an endorsement. Florian said Encore was denied a nightclub endorsement by the council last year. She and a majority of the colleagues did not think it was appropriate then and she has not changed her mind. 'My (8th Ward) residents overwhelmingly did not want a nightclub there due to the history of the previous nightclub. There was a murder in the parking lot. The fact that it's nestled in a neighborhood and we had approved an assisted living facility on the same property,' Florian said at the meeting. Cunningham has no intention of giving Encore or any other applicant a nightclub endorsement on its liquor license in Waukegan any time soon until he takes an in-depth look at how the UDO treats nightclubs. 'I'm going to hold off on any nightclub endorsements until we have a better understanding of who can and can't have them,' Cunningham said Tuesday. 'We have a new ordinance out there. We need to know the background of people asking for a nightclub endorsement.' Both under the former regulations before the UDO was enacted and the current rules, any business serving liquor — nightclub or not — needed a liquor license. Cunningham said the difference is a nightclub imposes a cover charge on all patrons while a tavern offering entertainment does not. By the time an individual operating a restaurant or bar receives a liquor license, Cunningham said, the person is thoroughly vetted before the City Council votes to approve or reject the application. The police department, as well as those responsible for reviewing business and liquor licenses, must approve. Before the UDO became law just under a year ago, Cunningham said someone who wanted a nightclub endorsement had to get a conditional use permit. The permit requires additional steps that are no longer necessary. In addition to getting a liquor license to serve alcoholic beverages, before the UDO, an applicant for a nightclub endorsement was required to make its case to the Waukegan Planning and Zoning Commission for a recommendation before the council took a vote. Florian said she thinks the City Council should have a say in whether a nightclub endorsement is granted to a business rather than leaving it to the mayor. She thinks a liquor commission, rather than the mayor — state law makes a mayor the liquor commissioner — should make the decisions. 'I believe this is something that should be the decision of the council,' Florian said. ' The alderman of the ward should have a say.' With the council already approving a liquor license for an individual seeking a nightclub endorsement, Cunningham said he is comfortable taking the information gleaned from the police, the fire department, business licensing, and the liquor staff and deciding whether or not to issue the endorsement.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
University of Minnesota approves largest tuition hike in a decade amid US education funding crisis
University of Minnesota approves steep tuition hike amid US funding crisis. (AI Image) The University of Minnesota (U of M) Board of Regents has approved the largest tuition increase in more than ten years, marking a significant development in the landscape of US higher education. In a 9-3 vote held on June 18, 2025, the board adopted a budget for fiscal year 2026 that includes tuition increases across all campuses and cuts to academic spending. The decision comes as the university faces a steep reduction in federal and state support, with leaders citing an 'uncertain financial landscape' and warning of tough decisions ahead. As reported by KSTP, University President Rebecca Cunningham told the board that 'higher education is facing unprecedented challenges' and emphasized the need to ensure financial stability despite the difficult choices involved. Tuition hike affects students across all campuses Under the new budget, undergraduate tuition will increase by 4% to 7.5% depending on the campus. Graduate students will see tuition rise by 6.5% for residents and 7.5% for out-of-state students. According to KSTP, officials said this marks the steepest tuition hike in over a decade and is part of a broader effort to stabilize finances. The board also approved a 7% cut in academic spending, a move that has drawn concern from students and faculty. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Here's A List Of Cheapest Steel Suppliers (See List) Steel Suppliers | search ads Search Now Undo During a public hearing the week prior to the vote, members of the university community expressed fears about the impact these changes could have on education quality and employee well-being. Federal and state funding cuts deepen financial strain University officials warned that a potential 30% reduction in federal funding and a 3.5% decline in state funding (adjusted for inflation) are exacerbating budget pressures. Cunningham noted during the meeting, as quoted by KSTP, that 'we can all agree there are no easy choices this year.' Board member Doug Huebsch defended the vote, saying, 'Not everyone is going to be happy with this budget… but it is our job and obligation to deliver a budget that's balanced and as fair as possible,' as reported by KSTP. Low-income students promised protection Despite the hikes, university leaders stressed that low-income students will not be adversely affected. Thanks to programs like the North Star Promise and sustained scholarship and aid efforts, tuition increases will be offset for qualifying students. As per KSTP, the administration reassured the public that affordability remains a priority. The budget will take effect starting fiscal year 2026, as the University of Minnesota moves to navigate what leaders described as one of the most challenging periods for higher education in recent memory. Is your child ready for the careers of tomorrow? Enroll now and take advantage of our early bird offer! Spaces are limited.
Newsweek
2 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
How to Buy Sophie Cunningham Indiana Fever Jersey
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Sophie Cunningham just became one of the most popular players in the WNBA last night, after getting into a brawl at the end of the Fever's game against the Sun, which has caused her jersey sales to skyrocket. Sophie Cunningham #8 of the Indiana Fever dribbles the ball during the second half against the Washington Mystics at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 3, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Sophie Cunningham #8 of the Indiana Fever dribbles the ball during the second half against the Washington Mystics at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 3, 2025, in Indianapolis, Cunningham's popularity was already on the rise after joining Cailtlin Clark and the Indiana Fever this offseason. After a late-game skirmish with Jacy Sheldon during Indiana's game against the Connecticut Sun last night, Cunningham's jersey has sold out. Not to worry, however, as you can still custom-order her jersey on the Fanatics website by clicking here. Cunningham came to the defense of her teammate Clark, retaliating with less than a minute left on the clock after, earlier in the game, the Fever's superstar player was poked in the eye and then knocked to the ground by two separate Sun players. Click on any of the images or links to order now. Place your order before it is too late, as these will be in high demand. Fanatics has you covered with officially licensed Sophie Cunningham Indiana Fever Jerseys. WNBA Indiana Fever Fanatics Unisex Explorer Edition Fast Break Replica (Sophie Cunningham #8) Custom Jersey - Navy Indiana Fever Fanatics Unisex Explorer Edition Fast Break Replica (Sophie Cunningham #8) Custom Jersey - Navy Fanatics Buy Sophie Cunningham Indiana Fever Jersey If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
