Cunningham Shines Before Game
Phoenix Mercury forward Sophie Cunningham will be front and center for the highly anticipated showdown against the Seattle Storm. Cunningham is one of the fiercest competitors in the game and has a high-octane style that is incredibly entertaining to watch.
Sophie Cunningham has had one of her best seasons this year. She’s been doing it all lately—scoring, defending, and communicating well with her teammates. The fiery play of her counterparts has laid the foundation for multiple big wins for Phoenix. Cunningham has been instrumental in the team’s success, averaging an average of 12.5 points per game and nearly 40% shooting from the three-point line.
Prepared & Focused: With her matchup against the Seattle Storm looming, Cunningham focuses on her preparation; “I just try to do my best in every game”. In a recent conversation, she said, “I just want to be able to help my team in any way I can, whether that be by scoring, defending, or bringing energy”. She trains very hard for the sport and seems well-prepared for each game her team brings against competitors.
Cunningham’s teammates have frequently cited her demeanor as positive and hardworking. Sophie is the best teammate. The veteran Mercury star Diana Taurasi added, “She just brings so much energy and passion to the game that it’s contagious”. Another long-time Mercury fan on Twitter added, “Her energy is infectious, she can never do wrong”.
Up Next: Seattle Storm, a team with a good defense strategy and quite an experienced presence on the roster. The match is expected to be nail-biting, with both teams coming in form. With that in mind, Cunningham will play a huge part against the Storm in breaking down their defense, with the Mercury desperate to log a win.
Conclusion: The attention now turns to Sophie Cunningham as she opens the season in Seattle as a starter for the Phoenix Mercury. With her talent, work ethic, and love of her game, this should be fun. But both fans and teammates alike are confident in Cunningham’s star power and capacity to make a difference on the floor.
Check back for what should be an interesting game!
