WNBA Star Sophie Cunningham Announces Guest Appearance at Sports Card Event

Cunningham will join Luke Combs, Jerome Bettis, and Sam Hartman at Goldin's box break event in South Bend.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 12:10pm

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WNBA player Sophie Cunningham, who recently signed a new one-year contract with the Indiana Fever, has announced that she will be making a guest appearance at a sports card box break event hosted by Goldin Auctions and featuring country singer Luke Combs. The event will take place on Friday in South Bend, Indiana and will also include NFL Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis and NFL quarterback Sam Hartman.

Why it matters

Cunningham's appearance at the high-profile sports card event showcases her growing profile and endorsement opportunities outside of her WNBA career. As one of the top stars in the league, these types of events help raise her visibility and connect her with new audiences.

The details

Cunningham, who is recovering from a knee injury that ended her 2025 season, is expected to be ready for the start of the 2026 WNBA season with the Indiana Fever. In addition to her basketball commitments, she has taken on more public appearances and endorsement deals as her star power has risen in the league.

  • The event will take place on Friday, April 18, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. ET in South Bend, Indiana.
  • Cunningham's Fever teammates will reunite for the start of training camp on Sunday, April 20, 2026.

The players

Sophie Cunningham

A 29-year-old guard for the Indiana Fever who recently signed a new one-year contract with the team. She is recovering from a knee injury that ended her 2025 season.

Luke Combs

A popular country music singer who will be joining the sports card box break event hosted by Goldin Auctions.

Jerome Bettis

A Pro Football Hall of Fame running back who will be a special guest at the Goldin Auctions event.

Sam Hartman

An NFL quarterback who will also be a guest at the Goldin Auctions sports card box break event.

Ken Goldin

The owner of Goldin Auctions, who will be hosting the sports card box break event featuring the celebrity guests.

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What they’re saying

“I'm really excited to join the Goldin box break event and hang out with Luke, Jerome, and Sam. It's going to be a fun time for sports and music fans alike.”

— Sophie Cunningham, WNBA Player

What’s next

Cunningham will rejoin her Indiana Fever teammates when the team's training camp opens on Sunday, April 20, 2026 as they prepare for the start of the 2026 WNBA season on May 9 against the Dallas Wings.

The takeaway

Sophie Cunningham's appearance at the high-profile Goldin Auctions sports card event showcases her growing profile and endorsement opportunities outside of her WNBA career. As one of the league's top stars, these types of events help raise her visibility and connect her with new audiences beyond just basketball fans.