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Sophie Cunningham expands reach from Mizzou star to media, modeling spotlight
The unrestricted free agent will appear as a studio analyst while balancing broadcasting with her playing career, USA Network said.
- Sophie Cunningham will join USA Network as a WNBA contributor for the 2026 season, securing a studio role while remaining an unrestricted free agent.
- Although the veteran remains in free agency after the 2025 season with the Indiana Fever, she plans to balance her broadcast role alongside her playing career.
- Her role is part of USA Network's 11-year media deal to broadcast at least 50 games; Cunningham said, "Maybe there's going to be a career there when I" finish playing.
- While the five-year veteran's season ended early due to a knee injury, the Fever have expressed mutual interest in continuing their partnership despite salary cap pressures.
- Cunningham previously served as a guest analyst for the Phoenix Suns, positioning the Missouri standout's broadcast role as a step toward a long-term sports media career.
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Sophie Cunningham to join USA Sports broadcast team for WNBA games
Indiana Fever fans will see a familiar face behind the desk during games this season.Sophie Cunningham posted on Instagram that she will be joining the broadcast team with USA Sports for WNBA games and contribute to studio coverage.Cunningham, who is currently an unrestricted free agent, played for the Indiana Fever last season. Cunningham is not retiring, but joining the team in addition to her playing career.The small forward played 30 games w…
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