Indiana Fever guard Sydney Colson shared a revealing story about dealing with a stalker during a recent episode of the Unsupervised podcast. Colson explained that she used an unconventional approach involving photos of herself dressed in masculine clothing to unsettle the person following her, which ultimately led to the stalking stopping.
Colson described sending pictures to the stalker to challenge his expectations and to throw him off balance. This surprising technique was effective in ending the unwanted attention.
“I’m like, I will post my pictures and I will send it to his a**,” she said. “I’m like, did you not see this? Was this not cute to you? You don’t like it when I dress more masculine?” —Sydney Colson, Indiana Fever guard
While Colson did not mention when the stalking occurred or the initial steps she took upon realizing the situation, she reflected on her feelings once the stalker disappeared from her life. Despite the difficulties, she expressed empathy towards the individual.
“I was hurt a little bit because I’m like, look, you disappeared on me,” Colson added. “Was it family stuff? Was it health stuff? Like I’m a compassionate person. I would have listened. But you just have to tell me.” —Sydney Colson, Indiana Fever guard
Sydney Colson’s Growing Passion Outside Basketball: Comedy
On July 21, Sydney Colson returned to the stage for her first comedy set in four years. She shared with The Athletic her desire to explore humor more openly beyond her basketball career. Colson sees comedy as a way to connect with people differently and bring joy aside from the intensity of sports.
“People are gonna see when you lost a game or you didn’t play well, but at the end of the day, basketball is just not that deep to me,” Colson said. “I love it, and I work hard at it; I take it very seriously when I’m on the court. But we’re not solving the world’s problems with a basketball, so we should be allowed to laugh. And for me, I want to make as many people laugh as I can.” —Sydney Colson, Indiana Fever guard
Though she pursues comedy, Colson remains a trusted veteran for the Fever. Since entering the WNBA in 2011, she has been a consistent and respected figure. This season, she contributes solid depth as a guard, averaging 2.6 points and 2.2 assists per game to support Indiana’s playoff push.
With stars like Caitlin Clark leading the team, the Fever are currently in the thick of the playoff race, holding a 15-12 record and sitting sixth in the standings. Colson’s presence and experience provide valuable leadership to the squad as they aim for championship contention this season.
The Impact of Colson’s Experience and What Lies Ahead
Sydney Colson’s candid account of handling a stalker with an unexpected approach highlights her resilience and unique problem-solving. Her open discussion sheds light on the challenges athletes face off the court and offers perspective on managing personal safety creatively.
As Colson balances her dual passions of basketball and comedy, her continued influence on the Indiana Fever remains vital during this competitive season. Her ability to navigate adversity while inspiring teammates will be critical as the team chases postseason success.