Sophie Cunningham interviews Tamika Catchings about their WNBA careers
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 4:09 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Sophie Cunningham, guard for the Indiana Fever, spoke with WNBA legend Tamika Catchings in an interview for USA Sports. The conversation highlighted Catchings' illustrious 12-year career with the Fever, where she won a WNBA title and five Defensive Player of the Year awards. Cunningham humorously noted her apprehension about facing Catchings on the court, acknowledging Catchings' defensive prowess. While they never competed directly, Cunningham entered the WNBA after Catchings’ 2016 retirement. The discussion reflects on the evolution of the league since Catchings' playing days and the impact of her legacy.
- •Cunningham has averaged 7.9 points over eight WNBA seasons.
- •Catchings retired as the all-time leader in steals and playoff points.
- •The interview captures the evolution of the WNBA and its current players.
- 4:09 PMYahoo Sports — Sophie Cunningham takes on new role alongside Fever legend Tamika Catchings
- 8:23 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Here, take it’ – Sophie Cunningham on what she would do if she played against Tamika Catchings
"Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham interviewed WNBA legend Tamika Catchings for USA Sports to recognise her incredible career. Cunningham has been a career-long role player in the WNBA, averaging 7.
"Sophie Cunningham stepped into the interviewer’s chair for a revealing conversation with Indiana Fever icon Tamika Catchings.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 4:09 PMSophie Cunningham takes on new role alongside Fever legend Tamika Catchings
Sophie Cunningham stepped into the interviewer’s chair for a revealing conversation with Indiana Fever icon Tamika Catchings.
- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 8:23 AM‘Here, take it’ – Sophie Cunningham on what she would do if she played against Tamika Catchings
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham interviewed WNBA legend Tamika Catchings for USA Sports to recognise her incredible career. Cunningham has been a career-long role player in the WNBA, averaging 7.
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