WNBA star Sophie Cunningham has revealed she has hired 24/7 security due to increasing fears for her safety. The Indiana Fever player shared on her "No Hesitation" podcast that the security detail will begin traveling with her next week.
Cunningham stated that while she was once only recognized in certain places, her fame has grown to a point where she feels unsafe everywhere. "It just kind of stops you from your regular routine," she said, emphasizing the need to find a balance to maintain her energy and positivity.
Last month, Cunningham disclosed on Theo Von's podcast that the FBI is investigating approximately 20 individuals believed to pose a threat to her. "I have, I think, 20 people, kind of, that the FBI are watching for me," she stated.
One individual identified by Cunningham is Kevin Singh, who is currently detained in Marion County, Indiana, facing charges including felony stalking, felony intimidation, and misdemeanor harassment. Singh has pleaded not guilty to these charges. According to prosecutors, Singh allegedly delivered a package to Gainbridge Fieldhouse containing a Guns N' Roses t-shirt and a letter, and subsequently escalated his behavior with persistent and explicit social media messages.
Singh has also filed a lawsuit against Pacers Sports & Entertainment, the Fever's parent company, after being banned from the arena, claiming financial losses and emotional distress. Prosecutors noted that Singh's prior criminal history, including probation for invasion of privacy charges, adds weight to the current case.
Cunningham has reportedly been experiencing increased fear, staying home more often and suffering from nightmares, feeling she is constantly watching her back. The Indiana Fever has declined to comment on the matter, citing pending litigation.
Cunningham is not the first Fever player to experience such fears. In July 2025, a man named Michael Lewis pleaded guilty to stalking Caitlin Clark and received a 2.5-year jail sentence.
An FBI spokesperson declined to comment on Cunningham's claims regarding the investigation into the 20 individuals. While Cunningham has been vocal on issues such as transgender athletes competing in women's sports, the report does not claim her stalkers are motivated by these opinions.