Sophie Cunningham closed her first season with the Indiana Fever on a positive note. She shared the court with Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston, becoming a valuable piece for coach Stephanie White. Her energy and two-way impact made her a key contributor in the rotation. Her presence gave Indiana stability in crucial stretches of the season.
However, a knee injury in the second half of the year forced her to miss the playoffs. From the sideline, she watched the Fever advance to the second round before falling to the eventual champions, the Las Vegas Aces.
According to an Athlonsports report, Cunningham made a significant announcement while continuing her recovery. “I’m excited to announce that I’m actually joining the athlete roster for Project B,” she said. The initiative introduces a new global women’s basketball league created by former tech executives. Its inaugural season is scheduled for 2026, with operations beginning in November 2025.
A project designed to transform women’s basketball
Cunningham expressed genuine excitement about joining an initiative focused on expanding visibility for the women’s game. “Our game is exploding in popularity, and I am fully committed to keeping that momentum going,” she stated. Her commitment reflects the growing media and competitive rise of the WNBA.
Sophie Cunningham just said on her podcast she is looking for a bigger multi year contract so she can buy a house. Take care of your fellow Missouri girl @AmberLCox and make our fan favorite Sophie a Fever for life by paying her what she is worth. We can’t lose her. pic.twitter.com/969Cbnt3ge
— CaitlinFor3 (@CaitlinForThree) October 31, 2025
In her first campaign with Indiana, Cunningham averaged 8.6 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.2 assists. She proved reliable on defense and in offensive flow. She also fit well within a young roster that reached the playoffs and advanced past the first round against the Atlanta Dream.
Project B could become an important complement for players seeking competitive continuity outside the traditional WNBA calendar. The goal is to develop a global, modern, and attractive league. Cunningham emerges as one of its first major figures, potentially inspiring other players to join the movement.
As her recovery progresses, Sophie Cunningham prepares for a season filled with higher expectations. Indiana will count on her to remain an emerging force in the conference, while she embraces this new international challenge.
