Sports fans, we need to talk about a seriously weird trend happening in women’s basketball. 🏀

The Golden State Valkyries have been experiencing an unusual and frankly disrespectful disruption during their games: fans throwing dildos onto the court. We’re not kidding. Multiple games have been interrupted by these bizarre projectiles, with incidents spreading across different WNBA venues.

A Serious Safety Issue

This isn’t just bizarre - it’s dangerous. WNBA players like Sophie Cunningham have directly called out fans, warning that these stunts could seriously injure athletes. The league is taking this seriously, promising immediate ejection and a minimum one-year ban for anyone throwing objects on the court.

More Than Just a Prank

While some might see this as a juvenile joke, it reeks of sexism. These incidents highlight the ongoing disrespect women athletes face, even as they dominate their sport with incredible skill and determination. The fact that this “trend” seems targeted specifically at women’s sports speaks volumes about the continued struggle for genuine respect.

A Historical Context

Interestingly, this isn’t even a new phenomenon. Male sports fans - specifically Buffalo Bills supporters - have a history of throwing sex toys onto fields. But that doesn’t make it acceptable, then or now.

The Valkyries, who’ve ironically won games where these incidents occurred, continue to push forward with their “Put your V’s up” spirit. Here’s hoping these dildo-throwing fans get the message: respect the game, respect the players.