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Sophie Cunningham impresses with baseball throw, draws Mahomes comparisons

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 8:02 AM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Sophie Cunningham impresses with baseball throw, draws Mahomes comparisons

Summary

Sophie Cunningham of the Indiana Fever went viral after tossing a baseball into the second deck at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. This event coincided with her 11-point performance in a crucial win for the Fever against the No. 1 seed Minnesota Lynx. Cunningham's athleticism has drawn comparisons to Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes as fans reacted to her impressive throw. Comments ranged from amusement to joking requests for her to play football. This clip adds to Cunningham's reputation as a multi-sport athlete, following her earlier success as an NFL kicker.

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By the Numbers

•Cunningham tosses a baseball into the second deck at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
•She scores 11 points in a vital win over the Lynx.
•Fans compare her throw to Kansas City QB Patrick Mahomes.
•Reactions include both admiration and humorous football requests.
•Cunningham's past includes showcasing her skills as an NFL kicker.

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8:02 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Call me Patrick Mahomes’ – Sophie Cunningham draws Chiefs QB comparisons after baseball toss

What they're saying

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Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham went viral for a clip shared by the WNBA team of Cunningham tossing a baseball into the second deck of Gainbridge Fieldhouse. On the same night as her 11-point outing in a much-needed win for the Fever over the No.
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