{"id":901439,"date":"2026-09-19T08:00:17","date_gmt":"2026-09-19T08:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/901439\/"},"modified":"2026-09-19T08:00:17","modified_gmt":"2026-09-19T08:00:17","slug":"colin-cowherd-calls-sophie-cunningham-the-wnbas-sex-symbol","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/901439\/","title":{"rendered":"Colin Cowherd Calls Sophie Cunningham the WNBA\u2019s Sex Symbol"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Sophie Cunningham continues to attract attention both on and off the basketball court. Now, Colin Cowherd has added another headline to her growing profile. During a recent episode of The Colin Cowherd Podcast, Cowherd asked Cunningham about her public image. The question eventually led him to call her the WNBA\u2019s \u201csex symbol.\u201d Cunningham<\/a> did not take offense to the comment. Instead, she laughed and encouraged Cowherd to finish his question. \u201cJust say it,\u201d Cunningham told Cowherd during the interview.<\/p>\n

Cowherd then used the phrase \u201csex symbol\u201d to describe how some people view the Indiana Fever guard. Cunningham responded with humor. \u201cThat is way better,\u201d Cunningham said. She explained that she expected Cowherd to say something completely different. The exchange quickly became one of the most discussed moments from the interview. However, Cunningham\u2019s response focused on something bigger than the label. She discussed her relationship with femininity and basketball. Cunningham said she has always enjoyed dressing up and embracing a feminine style.<\/p>\n

Cunningham Embraces Her Style<\/p>\n

She explained that she has always considered herself \u201csuper girly.\u201d Cunningham said that preference started when she was a young girl. She enjoys dresses, high heels, getting her nails done and styling her hair. At the same time, Cunningham embraces the physical side of basketball. She argued that women do not have to choose between femininity and toughness. Players can present themselves differently away from the court. Then, they can compete with intensity once the game begins. Cunningham also made an important point about other players. She said athletes should not feel pressured to dress like her. Some players prefer a more masculine style. Others enjoy makeup, dresses and other traditionally feminine fashion choices. According to Cunningham, neither approach determines how someone performs on the court. That perspective has become part of Cunningham\u2019s public identity.<\/p>\n

Fashion Has Become Part of Her Brand<\/p>\n

Cunningham also explained why fashion matters from a business perspective. The WNBA<\/a> has experienced tremendous attention around its players. That attention has created more opportunities for athletes to build personal brands. Cunningham understands that dynamic. She said increased attention around her game-day outfits can create business opportunities. Clothing companies have contacted her about potential partnerships. That visibility has helped Cunningham build an endorsement portfolio outside basketball. Her reported partnerships include Adidas, European Wax Center, Arby\u2019s, Marriott Bonvoy and Quest Nutrition. Therefore, fashion represents more than simply looking good before a game. It can also create opportunities for athletes who understand how to use their visibility. Cunningham has clearly embraced that side of her career.<\/p>\n

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Her Basketball Identity Remains Important<\/p>\n

Despite the attention surrounding her appearance, Cunningham remains known for her physical style. She has developed a reputation for competing aggressively. She also brings plenty of confidence and emotion to games. That combination helped make Cowherd\u2019s description part of the broader conversation. He pointed out the contrast between Cunningham\u2019s toughness and her polished game-day appearance. She understood the point and explained why she embraces both sides. Cunningham also has become closely associated with Indiana\u2019s roster. Her willingness to compete physically has made her a noticeable presence around Caitlin Clark. That role has added another layer to her growing popularity. However, Cunningham does not appear interested in choosing between basketball and fashion. Instead, she sees both as parts of the same identity.<\/p>\n

Cunningham Wants Young Girls to See Both Sides<\/p>\n

Perhaps the most important part of Cunningham\u2019s response involved young girls. She said young fans can wonder whether they can embrace femininity while playing competitive sports. Cunningham wants those girls to understand that they can do both. A young athlete can wear makeup and still play hard. She can dress up before a game and compete physically afterward. That message has become increasingly important as women\u2019s sports receive greater attention. Players now have opportunities to build brands beyond their performances. Social media also allows fans to see athletes away from competition. Cunningham<\/a> has used that environment to showcase her personality. Her fashion choices have become part of that presentation.<\/p>\n

The Label Became Another Headline<\/p>\n

Cowherd\u2019s \u201csex symbol\u201d comment generated plenty of reaction online. Some coverage focused on the awkward nature of the exchange. Others focused on Cunningham\u2019s willingness to embrace the description. Cunningham herself made her position clear during the interview. She did not view the label as offensive. Instead, she redirected the conversation toward confidence and personal expression. That distinction matters because Cunningham did not suggest appearance should define a basketball player. She argued the opposite. Her message centered on having multiple sides to one\u2019s identity. She can enjoy fashion while remaining a physical competitor. She can also use that visibility to create business opportunities.<\/p>\n

For Cunningham, those elements do not conflict. The interview therefore became more than a headline about Cowherd\u2019s description. It offered another look at how Cunningham approaches her growing profile. She understands that fans notice what happens on the court. She also understands they notice what happens before the opening tip. Now, the \u201csex symbol\u201d label has joined the long list of headlines surrounding one of the WNBA\u2019s<\/a> most recognizable personalities. Cunningham\u2019s response showed that she intends to control the conversation herself.<\/p>\n

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As a sportswriter I agree with what Colin Cowherd said and there is nothing wrong with calling her that.<\/p>\n

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