The WNBA Has Had Enough: League Cracks Down After Surge of Flying Dildos Disrupt Games

In a surreal twist that feels more like something out of Jackass than professional women’s basketball, the WNBA has found itself in the middle of a bizarre fan behavior crisis: a sudden, unexplainable trend of dildos being thrown onto the court during live games.

After three separate incidents in just one week, the WNBA is officially putting its foot down. The league has introduced emergency security protocols, including a strict no-bag policy, aimed at stopping fans from sneaking in sex toys and launching them mid-game.

If this all sounds completely ridiculous, it’s because it is. But it’s also very real—and it’s causing quite the stir across sports, social media, and now even betting markets.

A Timeline of Dildo Madness

This strange saga began gaining attention on July 29, when someone tossed a neon green dildo onto the court during a matchup between the Atlanta Dream and the Golden State Valkyries. No one was injured, but the sheer absurdity of it drew instant attention online.

Then, on August 1, another dildo (also green, because apparently that’s the official fan color of chaos) was hurled under the basket during the game between the Golden State Valkyries and the Chicago Sky.

And just when people thought the madness might die down, it escalated. During the August 5 game between the Indiana Fever and the Los Angeles Sparks, a green dildo once again made an appearance—this time targeting Sophie Cunningham, who was seen visibly startled as the object flew toward her near the end of the second quarter.

Let’s be clear: That’s three dildo attacks in seven days, two of which involved the same team: the Golden State Valkyries.

The League Responds With New Rules

In response, the WNBA is taking immediate and drastic action. The league announced a new no-bag policy, effective immediately at all arenas. The rule aims to prevent fans from smuggling in inappropriate items, namely sex toys, which have been the cause of multiple game interruptions.

“We are prioritizing the safety and integrity of the game,” a league representative reportedly said. “This type of behavior is unacceptable, and we are implementing necessary changes to ensure it does not continue.”

The no-bag rule means that even small purses, drawstring bags, and even clutches will be banned unless they meet specific, transparent stadium regulations. Fans are being advised to arrive early, expect delays, and prepare for increased body screenings and pat-downs at entry points.

The Internet Can’t Get Enough

As expected, the dildo saga has completely taken over social media.

Clips of dildos flying through the air mid-game are everywhere, paired with everything from slow-motion breakdowns to WWE commentary overdubs. TikToks analyzing the flight path of “Dildo #3” now have millions of views. Reddit threads are dedicated to identifying the exact brand and model used. Twitter users are tracking appearances like it’s a tour.

And then there’s the memes. Oh, the memes.

“You can’t guard what you can’t predict.”

“The sixth man of the year: Mr. Dildo.”

“Golden State Valkyries: undefeated in chaos.”

Even fans in the stands are getting in on the joke, holding up signs like “Please Don’t Throw It — We Need A Timeout First.”

Sportsbooks Turn It Into a Betting Opportunity

Yes, seriously.

BetOnline, one of the most popular offshore sportsbooks, is now offering a prop bet surrounding the dildo incidents. Bettors can now wager on the color of the next dildo to be thrown at a WNBA game.

Here are the current odds:

Green: -250 (the heavy favorite, for obvious reasons)

Black/Brown: +300

Pink: +400

Purple: +500

White/Caucasian: +600

Rainbow: +600

“None Thrown”: +170

The sportsbook even posted this cheeky line:

“It’s not a matter of if it will happen again… but when.”

So now, what started as a crude disruption is a full-blown betting market and cultural spectacle.

Sophie Cunningham: From Spokesperson to Victim

Ironically, Sophie Cunningham had just recently spoken out about the rising trend of fans throwing sex toys on the court.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), she urged fans to take the game seriously and stop bringing inappropriate items into arenas.

“This is NOT funny at all. Someone is going to get hurt,” she wrote.

Then, like something out of a movie, she was the very next victim. After getting hit during the Sparks game on August 5, Cunningham later posted on Instagram:

“No way that thing actually hit me. I knew I shouldn’t have tweeted about this.”

The internet, of course, went feral. The memes doubled. The quote tweets flew. Even Cunningham herself seemed to lean into the absurdity of it all.

Golden State Valkyries Cursed? Or Just Unlucky?

Conspiracy theories are now floating around that the Golden State Valkyries might somehow be cursed—or magnetically attracting sex toys.

Two of the three dildo incidents involved them, and in both games, the dildos were bright green, suggesting either a coordinated effort or a wildly committed prankster.

Whatever the cause, Valkyries games have now become must-watch content, not just for basketball, but for the off-court chaos.

Is This the Weirdest Sports Trend of 2025?

Quite possibly.

In a year where athletes are already dealing with social media drama, increased fan interaction, and the blurred lines between sports and entertainment, the WNBA has now been pulled into a storyline that’s so absurd, it’s hard to believe it’s real.

You’d expect this kind of thing at a minor league baseball game, or maybe European soccer. But the WNBA?

And yet here we are.

The Bigger Picture: Fan Behavior in the Viral Age

There’s a darker side to all this, too. The dildo trend may be funny on the surface, but it raises real concerns about fan behavior, security gaps, and the lengths people will go to for internet clout.

Throwing objects onto a live court—no matter what they are—can cause injury, distraction, and risk for players. Not to mention it interrupts the game, ruins the experience for other fans, and makes venues more stressful for everyone.

If something as light as a dildo can make it in, what else could? That’s the question that has WNBA officials tightening protocols.

Final Thoughts: The League’s Oddest Crisis Yet

It’s not every day that the words “dildo” and “basketball” collide in the same headline, but 2025 is full of surprises.

The WNBA’s quick action—via the no-bag policy and increased security—shows they’re taking the matter seriously. But whether that’ll stop the momentum (pun intended) remains to be seen.

One thing’s for sure: everyone will be watching the next game, not just for three-pointers and fast breaks—but to see if another green rocket hits the court.

Welcome to the WNBA, 2025. Please keep your toys at home.