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WNBA Arrests Fan After Sex Toy Toss, Imposes One-Year Ban Policy

Confirmation of the first arrest comes as a second sex toy toss at Wintrust Arena remains without an identified culprit under security scrutiny.

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Cecilia Zandalasini #24 of the Golden State Valkyries celebrates with Veronica Burton #22, Janelle Salaun #13 and Tiffany Hayes #15 after their 77-75 win over the Atlanta Dream at Gateway Center Arena on July 29, 2025 in College Park, Georgia.
Chicago Sky players take the court before a preseason game against the Lynx on May 6, 2025, at Wintrust Arena. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)

Overview

  • WNBA confirmed the arrest of a fan responsible for throwing a green sex toy onto the court during the July 29 Golden State Valkyries–Atlanta Dream game
  • The league reiterated that any spectator who tosses objects onto the court will face immediate ejection and a minimum one-year ban under its Fan Code of Conduct
  • On August 1, a nearly identical green sex toy landed during the Golden State Valkyries vs. Chicago Sky game at Wintrust Arena, prompting another stoppage and court clearance
  • Players including Elizabeth Williams and Sophie Cunningham condemned the prank as disrespectful and warned that it could cause serious injuries
  • Back-to-back incidents have exposed gaps in venue security and clear-bag policies, prompting calls for tighter screening at WNBA arenas