

The first quarter of the matchup between Indiana Fever and Phoenix Mercury delivered one of the most painful scenes of the season. Sydney Colson, a 36-year-old point guard and one of the WNBA’s most beloved veterans, collapsed without contact near the Fever bench and limped off, unable to put weight on her left leg. Her teammates and medical staff quickly assisted her, but the news was devastating: a torn anterior cruciate ligament.
The injury came at the worst possible time for the team. Colson joined Caitlin Clark on the injury list, leaving Fever without its two main point guards midway through the season. Beyond the sport, the bond between the two players had become very special, and that was evident in the latest images shared on social media.
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Indiana Fever fans are moved
Sports photographer Bri Lewerke published a never-before-seen photo set showing Caitlin Clark laughing heartily alongside Sydney Colson, known in the league as “the funniest player” thanks to her stand-up comedy side. In another image, Colson hugs Clark tightly-a gesture that now carries even deeper meaning amid their injuries.
Indiana Fever fans didn’t take long to react. Social media was flooded with messages full of emotion, nostalgia, and affection for two players who, despite adversity, keep the team’s spirit alive.
Caitlin Clark and a veteran champion
Before the 2025 season began, Clark was clear about her goal: winning a championship. To reach that goal, having a mentor like Colson was invaluable. The veteran, a two-time champion with the Las Vegas Aces, brought experience, leadership, and a unique perspective to help the young star navigate the challenges of the WNBA.
“A championship,” Clark had said firmly. And with Colson by her side, fans felt Fever had the formula to achieve it. That’s why these photos are so meaningful: they represent what could have been-and what they still hope to build together.
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Reactions came quickly. “The veteran she needed and deserved,” wrote one fan, highlighting the chemistry between Clark and Colson at a time when not all league veterans have embraced the young star. Another fan left a direct comment: “Of course! Way to make us cry.”
The emotional blow has been tough: Fever lost Colson, Aari McDonald, and Sophie Cunningham in just a few weeks. Even so, the group’s unity remains intact, as shown in the comeback against Connecticut Sun, where coach Stephanie White couldn’t hold back tears.
The value of Sydney Colson
Fans adore Colson’s energy. Her sense of humor, spontaneous gestures, and the way she lifts the team even from the bench have been a balm in a season full of obstacles. “I want a post with all of Sydney Colson’s facial expressions,” one fan wrote with laughter, reflecting how much her presence means.
Today, as Indiana Fever weathers a storm of injuries, these photos serve as a reminder of the heart and resilience that keep the team together. As Caitlin Clark wrote when sharing them: “At least we love each other infinitely.”
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