Indiana Fever guard Sydney Colson of the WNBA traded her jersey for a mic and lit up the stage with her stand-up comedy debut at the inaugural Fever Fest, held July 19 at Everwise Amphitheater in downtown Indianapolis. Known for her quick wit and infectious energy on the court, Colson proved she’s just as electric under the spotlight—with punchlines instead of passes.
Colson opened the festival with original stand-up material, performing in front of a packed hometown crowd during WNBA All-Star Weekend. Her set kicked off a star-studded lineup that included comedy legends Cedric the Entertainer, Leslie Jones, and Aida Rodriguez, with Deon Cole serving as host.
Fans and teammates alike were buzzing with anticipation. Fever wing Sophie Cunningham called it “the No. 1 thing I’m most excited for,” while center Aliyah Boston said she hoped to catch the set before tip-off. Even Caitlin Clark admitted she tried to get Colson to rehearse her jokes in advance—but Colson kept her material tightly under wraps until showtime.
Colson’s comedic chops have long been evident in her social media antics and locker room banter. Whether parodying league officials or cracking jokes mid-game, she’s earned a reputation as one of the WNBA’s most charismatic personalities. Her Fever Fest performance marked the first time she brought that humor to a formal stage—and she didn’t disappoint.
“She’s just very sly and witty,” Clark said. “She always has something to say, like, less than a second after you say something”.
Fever Fest was more than just a comedy show—it was a full-blown celebration of music, sports, and culture. Produced by Hartbeat and Pacers Sports & Entertainment, the event featured performances by The Kid LAROI, G-Eazy, and BIA, plus a live broadcast of the WNBA All-Star Game on massive screens.
For Colson, 35, the night marked a bold step toward her post-basketball ambitions. “I want to act. I want to do stand-up,” she said. “This is the perfect opportunity for me to start getting my foot back in the door again”.
With her debut now in the books, Colson joins a growing list of athletes expanding their talents beyond the court. Her performance wasn’t just a side hustle—it was a statement: WNBA players are multifaceted, fearless, and ready to take center stage in any arena.
Pics by Austin Stuckey
