WNBA guard Sophie Cunningham says the Federal Bureau of Investigation is tracking about 20 people tied to stalking concerns, underscoring how fame and safety now collide in women’s sports.
Story Snapshot
- Cunningham said the Federal Bureau of Investigation is watching roughly 20 people tied to her safety.
- She described stalking as an ongoing problem linked to rising visibility in the league.
- Police charged a 49-year-old Indiana man with stalking, intimidation, and harassment in June.
- An affidavit says a detective reported Cunningham feels unsafe and fears the suspect.
What Cunningham Said On The Podcast
During an appearance on the “This Past Weekend” podcast with Theo Von, Sophie Cunningham said she believes about 20 people are being watched by the Federal Bureau of Investigation on her behalf. She added that public attention has brought more stalkers and unwanted contact into her life. One outlet noted she did not name the individuals or detail what “watching” means in practice. Her comments came amid a season of intense interest in the Indiana Fever and the Women’s National Basketball Association.
On the show, Cunningham framed the issue as a cost of fame. She said the attention that helps the league also brings safety risks she must manage every day. Her description matches a pattern reported for high-profile athletes who face targeted harassment, online abuse, and boundary crossing. The Women’s National Basketball Association and team security groups often coordinate with local and federal law enforcement when threats rise.
The Indiana Arrest And Alleged Conduct
In a separate development, Indianapolis authorities arrested Kevin Singh, 49, on June 23, and prosecutors charged him with felony stalking and intimidation and misdemeanor harassment connected to Cunningham. Reports describe a letter and a cologne-sprayed Guns N’ Roses T-shirt delivered to Gainbridge Fieldhouse in September 2025, and threatening, sexually explicit messages sent on the social platform X. A detective wrote that Cunningham does not feel safe and fears Singh, according to a cited affidavit.
Pacers Sports and Entertainment previously sent Singh a cease-and-desist, according to reports. Coverage says his alleged behavior then escalated to threats toward the team’s vice president of security and that official’s family. The case highlights how unwanted contact can spread beyond a player to coworkers and relatives. Court cases also tend to limit what teams and victims can say publicly while proceedings are active.
Why This Matters For Fans, Players, And Leagues
Rising interest in women’s sports has lifted pay, media time, and travel, but it also increases exposure to risk. A SafeSport survey found about 17 percent of athletes reported being watched or followed by someone they did not want following them. Studies of public figures show stalking can be more common among the famous than the general public. These trends explain why teams add security and why athletes report more safety planning.
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham says the FBI is keeping tabs on around 20 people for her over stalking concerns — she opened up on Theo Von's podcast about the darker side of WNBA fame, and said one accused stalker is now locked away in the Marion County Jail on a $40,000… pic.twitter.com/Rmym5jPHbw
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The Athletic has tracked dozens of stalking cases involving prominent athletes and coaches since 2020, while noting that most victims never file police reports. That gap leaves team security and local officers carrying a larger share of prevention work. For many readers, this feeds a wider concern: institutions often react late, after lines are crossed. Fans on the left and right worry that systems meant to protect people move too slowly until a headline forces action.
What We Still Do Not Know Publicly
News outlets reported Cunningham’s estimate of “about 20” people and did not publish names, case numbers, or details of federal methods. That is common in safety and threat-assessment work, which often stays private to protect victims and preserve investigations. What is clear is the immediate case in Indiana, the fear reported by a detective, and Cunningham’s on-record claim that federal agents are involved in broader monitoring tied to her safety.
Sources:
facebook.com, redstate.com, silive.com, uscenterforsafesport.org, pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov, reuters.com, link.springer.com, nytimes.com, cambridge.org
