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Sophie Cunningham: Trailblazing Star in Football and WNBA

10/12/2025

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Sophie Cunningham, a WNBA star for the Indiana Fever, gained recognition as Rock Bridge High School's emergency football placekicker, converting two playoff extra points and becoming the first female varsity scorer.
She became the University of Missouri's all-time leading scorer.
Cunningham was drafted by the Phoenix Mercury in 2019.
In 2025 she joined the Indiana Fever, continuing to contribute despite a season-ending knee injury.

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Story summary

Sophie Cunningham, a WNBA star for the Indiana Fever, gained recognition as Rock Bridge High School's emergency football placekicker, converting two playoff extra points and becoming the first female varsity scorer.
She became the University of Missouri's all-time leading scorer.
Cunningham was drafted by the Phoenix Mercury in 2019.
In 2025 she joined the Indiana Fever, continuing to contribute despite a season-ending knee injury.