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WNBA Fans Start Petition to Ban Caitlin Clark's Teammate
WNBA Fans Start Petition to Ban Caitlin Clark's Teammate originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Members of the Indiana Fever and Connecticut Sun tussled during basketball plays and by way of extra-curricular activities on multiple occasions during the semifinals of the WNBA Commissioner's Cup on June 17, which has led to a petition that demands the league ban a prominent member of the Fever. Advertisement Referees ejected Sophie Cunningham from the contest in question late in the fourth quarter after a hard foul against the Sun's Jacy Sheldon. Sheldon was involved in an earlier scuffle with Indiana's star point guard Caitlin Clark, poking Clark in the eye during a play, which led to Clark pushing Sheldon away and Connecticut player Marina Mabrey shoving Clark to the ground after the whistle in retaliation. Below is video of Cunningham's foul on Sheldon, which came with less than one minute to play and the Fever up 17 and comfortably positioned to win the contest. "Status alert: Sophie Cunningham, Jacy Sheldon, Lindsay Allen have been ejected Tuesday," Underdog WNBA captioned the video in an X post. Advertisement Naturally, Fever fans and Clark's enormous fan base lauded Cunningham for her efforts to "protect" Clark, as some deemed Cunningham's actions on social media. However, a much smaller contingent of WNBA fans have begun circulating a petition via urging the WNBA to ban Cunningham from the league entirely. A portion of the petition is as follows: Sophie Cunningham's repeated displays of unsportsmanlike conduct during games against the Connecticut Sun have reached a point where decisive action is necessary. Cunningham has been involved in numerous incidents that have not only compromised the safety of other players but also tarnished the reputation of the WNBA as a league that prides itself on integrity and fair play. ... We urge the WNBA to uphold its standards and take firm action against players who repeatedly demonstrate disrespect and aggression toward others. Removing Sophie Cunningham from the league would send a strong message that the WNBA does not tolerate violence or intimidation, ensuring that the court remains a place for celebration, skill, and unity rather than conflict. The petition to ban Cunningham had 256 signatures as of early Friday afternoon, June 20. Related: Sophie Cunningham Draws Strong Reactions From Fever Fans After WNBA Punishment This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Caitlin Clark's Teammate Posts Unapologetic Video After Wild WNBA Brawl
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham made a winking reference on Friday to an on-court skirmish that involved her slamming an opposing player to the ground. Tuesday's brawl at the Fever and Connecticut Sun game stemmed from Sun guard Jacy Sheldon becoming physical with Cunningham's teammate Caitlin Clark during a play and poking her in the eye. Advertisement The two opposing players engaged in a heated verbal exchange before Clark lightly shoved Sheldon, prompting players from both teams to gather around. Sophie Cunningham, right, a teammate of Caitlin Clark, left, posted a video nodding at her hard foul play following a brawl. Getty Images Sheldon's teammate Marina Mabrey came in late and pushed Clark to the ground. Mabrey was fined an undisclosed amount and issued a technical foul, which was later upgraded to a flagrant 2 foul, ESPN's Alexa Philippou reported. Heads cooled as the game went on, but Cunningham reignited the tension in the fourth quarter, when Sheldon made a steal and bolted toward the other side of the court. Cunningham knocked her to the floor in the last minute. The Fever player's move led to an all-out shoving match between players on both sides. She was also fined an undisclosed amount for the hard foul. Advertisement Cunningham's popularity online surged after her hard foul. As of Friday, she had 1 million followers on TikTok, with many new fans saying they are tuning into games just to watch her. Cunningham nodded at the hard foul play in a TikTok video, lip-syncing 'Can't keep my hands to myself, I mean I could but why would I want to?' from Selena Gomez's hit song 'Hands to Myself.' She captioned the video 'it's a joke… the sound was too fitting! happy game day.' 'Girllllllllll, u have become a national treasure off that night alone. Officially a Fever/ Enforcer Sophie fan,' one TikTok user wrote. 'Legend,' popular fitness influencer Joey Swoll commented. Advertisement 'Do i watch basketball? No. Do i love Caitlin Clark and now Sophie? Yes,' another user wrote. Related...
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Indiana Fever React to Caitlin Clark News on Friday
Indiana Fever React to Caitlin Clark News on Friday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Indiana Fever continue to be one of the most exciting teams in the WNBA, behind the leadership of Caitlin Clark. Advertisement All eyes have been on the Fever over the past two seasons. The emergence of Clark has turned Indiana into a fan-favorite team in the WNBA landscape. This was evident with the WNBA's latest announcement about the upcoming All-Star game in Indianapolis. The WNBA announced that Caitlin Clark leads all players in fan votes, ranked ahead of some of the biggest stars in the league, such as A'ja Wilson, Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart. Indiana also highlighted three other Fever stars who are in the Top 10 in WNBA All-Star voting: Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston and Lexie Hull. "4 in the Top 10," posted the official social media account of the Indiana Fever. "Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell, and Lexie Hull are all in the Top 10 in the first round of #WNBAAllStar2025 fan vote returns! keep voting to make them All-Stars in Indy!" In her second season with the Indiana Fever, Caitlin Clark has posted 19.9 points, 5.7 rebounds and 8.7 assists per game. Advertisement Kelsey Mitchell serves as the Fever's second-leading scorer with 17.1 points per game. Aliyah Boston leads the team with 8.1 rebounds per game and Lexie Hull serves as the team's sharpshooter, leading all players with a 56.3 three-point percentage. Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) is sitting at the top of the All-Star Ruszkowski-Imagn Images The WNBA All-Star game will be played on July 19 in Indianapolis. While Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell have already played in the prestigious game, Lexie Hull is looking for her first All-Star game appearance. Related: WNBA Reacts to Caitlin Clark's Behavior Toward Kate Martin on Thursday Related: Fever Coach Stephanie White's Replacement Sends Strong Message on Caitlin Clark This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
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WNBA Turns Heads With Caitlin Clark Announcement on Friday
WNBA Turns Heads With Caitlin Clark Announcement on Friday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Early in her Indiana Fever career, Caitlin Clark, one of the best players in the WNBA, continues to climb the ladder. Advertisement Clark has proven to be one of the best guards in the WNBA, having played less than 100 games in her career. Clark made the WNBA All-Star game and won the Rookie of the Year award in her first professional season for the Fever. In her second season, Clark is looking to take another trip to the All-Star game. It won't be a long trip for Clark if she wants to have her name in the prestigious event. The WNBA All-Star game will take place on July 19 in Indianapolis, the home of the Indiana Fever. As the season inches closer to the All-Star game, the WNBA announced the first wave of fan votes. Caitlin Clark leads all players in fan voting. She's one of four Fever players in the Top 10 in All-Star voting, joined by Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell and Lexie Hull. Advertisement "First returns of fan voting results are in. Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier currently lead the way for the 2025 WNBA All-Star Fan Voting presented by @Ally," posted the official social media account of the WNBA. "This list includes the top 10 vote getters thus far." In her second season with the Indiana Fever, Caitlin Clark has posted 19.9 points, 5.7 rebounds and 8.7 assists per game. The Fever's positioning in the All-Star voting should be viewed as a great accomplishment, given the names like Clark is involved with, including Napheesa Collier, A'ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart. The Indiana Fever will be back on the court against Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday at 3 p.m. ET. Indiana boasts a 6-6 season record. Caitlin ClarkTrevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images After the announcement, some fans took to social media, sharing their thoughts on the Caitlin Clark news. Advertisement "Darn! Nepheesa is the player I wanted to see Caitlin play with," said one fan. "My top three exactly where they should be," said another fan. "And 4 Fever on there," mentioned one fan. "We did guys. 4 players in top 10. I am so happy," commented one fan. "Now you know," said one fan. "At this point make it the Fever against the rest of them," said another fan. Related: WNBA Reacts to Caitlin Clark's Behavior Toward Kate Martin on Thursday Related: Chicago Sky React to Angel Reese Announcement Before Indiana Fever Game This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Valkyries Had Three Words for Caitlin Clark and Fever After Big Win
Valkyries Had Three Words for Caitlin Clark and Fever After Big Win originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Indiana Fever entered Thursday's game against the Golden State Valkyries as heavy favorites. They were on a two-game winning run, even recently booking a ticket to the WNBA Commissioner's Cup final. Advertisement However, the Valkyries spoiled their streak as it was just getting started, taking down Caitlin Clark and company, 88-77. Kayla Thornton led the way for Golden State with 16 points and six rebounds, while Tiffany Hayes added 14 points, three boards and five assists. Defense played a big role in the Valkyries' victory, as they forced the Fever to commit 16 turnovers. They were also more physical defensively, limiting their visitors to 8-of-29 shooting from deep. Clark shot just 3-of-11 for the Fever, further highlighting how much the team struggled. The All-Star guard finished with 11 points, although she still recorded seven rebounds and nine assists. Advertisement Following the game, the Valkyries couldn't help but rub their win in the Fever players' faces. On social media, as they posted the final scores, the team also included a rather savage caption. "now you know," the Valkyries wrote. For those not familiar, the phrase "Now You Know" is the Fever's slogan for the 2025 campaign. Before the season started, the franchise unveiled the new campaign, explaining that it reaffirms "Indiana as the epicenter of basketball and women's sports." The Valkyries have every reason to be happy about their win, though. The 2025 campaign is the team's debut season as the WNBA's newest franchise, and they are already doing well, improving to 6-6 after their latest victory. Advertisement According to the WNBA, that is the second-best start for an expansion team in history, with the Valkyries joining the Detroit Shock. Indiana Fever star Catilin Clark and Golden State Valkyries guard Kate Ruszkowski / Eakin Howard - Imagn Images Golden State's WNBA franchise was awarded in 2023, and last May 2024, the team name and logo were revealed. Now, the Valkyries are already a full-fledged WNBA team that appears ready to contend for a playoff spot. Related: Kate Martin's Move Against Sophie Cunningham Leaves WNBA in Disbelief This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
