Sophie Cunningham has always been known for her bold and fun-loving personality, and her recent comments revealed just how far she went to try to recruit Caitlin Clark to join the Phoenix Mercury. Cunningham, always candid, admitted in a light-hearted moment that she had been trying to lure the college basketball sensation to Phoenix before the Indiana Fever made their big trade that sent Clark to Indianapolis. What seemed like a simple attempt at a playful recruitment took an unexpected turn, giving Cunningham a different opportunity to collaborate with Clark in the WNBA.
When asked if she had been working on getting Clark to Phoenix, Cunningham didn’t hesitate. “I totally was,” she confessed, showing just how seriously she had considered the idea. However, when the conversation took a twist and it was suggested that maybe Clark had been behind the moves to bring Cunningham to her, Cunningham laughed and played along with the possibility, saying, “Maybe I just put it in the atmosphere and it happened.” This cheeky response only added to the fun, leaving fans wondering whether fate truly had a hand in the twist of events.
Cunningham’s excitement about potentially teaming up with Clark was evident, and she even compared herself to a supportive “Sabrina Carpenter” to Clark’s “Taylor Swift.” This fun comparison highlighted Cunningham’s enthusiasm to play alongside Clark, embracing the role of teammate and hypewoman. She emphasized, “Honestly, she’s just a great human too… and she passes the ball, which I enjoy,” showing that Cunningham is as excited about Clark’s playmaking skills as she is about the energy and hype that follows the star athlete.
Although Cunningham’s plan to bring Clark to Phoenix didn’t unfold as she had hoped, it’s clear she has no hard feelings about how things turned out. Instead of seeing Clark join the Mercury, Cunningham now finds herself with a front-row seat to watch Clark’s WNBA debut, ready to be a part of something special in Indiana. Cunningham’s playful approach to the situation highlights the excitement and camaraderie that exists in the world of women’s basketball, where even the most unexpected changes can lead to exciting new opportunities.
As Cunningham settles into her role in Indiana and prepares to play alongside one of the brightest stars in women’s basketball, it will be interesting to see how their partnership unfolds. While the trade may not have played out as originally planned, it’s clear that both Cunningham and Clark are poised to make a lasting impact on the WNBA, and their journey together promises to be one to watch.
