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Keep it Off the Court! Bring it to the Bedroom
A New Educational Awareness Program from Dignity & Respect by RomanticDepot.com
There’s a unique pulse of excitement running through recent headlines regarding professional women’s basketball, an energy felt well beyond the hardwood. This season has brought well-deserved attention to some of the league’s brightest stars, extraordinary competition, and an authentic, joyful fan experience.
Yet, in the midst of this enthusiasm, a surprising trend has emerged: fans tossing adult toys onto the court in displays fueled by pop culture and social media. Some claim it’s a sign of devotion, a tongue-in-cheek homage, or even a bold wink in support of women’s empowerment.But as a business founded on championing respect and open conversations around sexuality, Romantic Depot looks at this situation differently.
Incidents have been reported where objects nearly struck players or landed in the crowd, such as during a Phoenix game on August 5, 2025, where a sex toy hit a spectator and his 9-year-old niece.
Elevating the Conversation
Why Respect Matters
For 25 years, Romantic Depot has celebrated healthy sexuality, empowerment, and the belief that everyone deserves both respect and pleasure. We’ve spent decades working with customers from all backgrounds, helping them embrace self-love, mutual respect, and intimacy.
That’s why we believe it’s crucial to draw a line between empowerment and intrusion.
At Romantic Depot, we stand firmly for respect, dignity, and sex positivity—values we’ve championed for 25 years, much like a championship team standing by its principles. Recently, there’s been a wave of incidents at professional women’s basketball games where fans have thrown dildos onto the court. While we understand the intention may be to make a statement or show support, we want to be clear: we do not condone this behavior.
Professional athletes, like those in professional women’s basketball are not just performers for our entertainment; their workplace is the court. Throwing anything onto it — even as an intended compliment or joke — disrupts play, disrespects boundaries, and steals the spotlight from incredible talent and skill.
The Impact: Distraction and Disrespect
Why It’s Important Not to Throw Dildos onto Professional Women’s Basketball Courts
Throwing objects, such as dildos, onto basketball courts during professional women’s basketball games poses several serious issues that undermine the safety, respect, and integrity of the sport:
Throwing objects like sex toys onto the court creates a physical hazard for players. These items can cause players to trip, slip, or sustain injuries—potentially leading to sprains or even career-threatening harm. For example, Indiana guard Sophie Cunningham expressed concerns after a green sex toy landed near her during a game, saying, “stop throwing dildos on the court…you’re going to hurt one of us.” There have also been incidents where objects nearly struck players or landed in the crowd, putting both athletes and fans at risk.
Disruption of Gameplay
Objects thrown onto the court cause stoppages in play, interrupting the flow of the game and affecting players’ focus and performance. Recent games in Atlanta, Chicago, and Los Angeles were paused due to sex toys landing on the court, requiring officials or staff to remove them. These disruptions diminish the experience for fans and undermine the professionalism of the league.
Disrespect and Misogyny
Throwing sex toys is widely perceived as a misogynistic act aimed at demeaning and sexualizing women athletes. Professional women’s basketball, known for its diverse and inclusive player base, faces unique challenges with such behavior. As Minnesota coach Cheryl Reeve emphasized, “The sexualization of women is what’s used to hold women down, and this is no different.” Such actions undermine the legitimacy of professional women’s basketball at a time when the league is gaining unprecedented popularity and recognition.
Impact on League Reputation
Professional women’s basketball is experiencing a surge in viewership and attendance, driven by stars like Caitlin Clark and a growing fanbase, with power rankings frequently highlighting the top teams and standout players. However, these incidents shift attention away from the players’ skills and achievements, overshadowing the sport with crude and inappropriate behavior. This trend risks alienating the league’s family-friendly and inclusive audience.
Legal and Security Challenges
Professional women’s basketball has taken a firm stance against this behavior, stating that anyone caught throwing objects will face ejection, a minimum one-year ban, and potential prosecution. Arena security faces challenges in preventing such incidents, as sex toys are difficult to detect without invasive screening. The league is exploring stricter policies to curb this issue.
Connection to External Motives
Some incidents have been linked to outside groups, such as a cryptocurrency group promoting “Green Dildo Coin,” which claimed responsibility for throwing green sex toys to raise awareness for their meme-coin. This commercialization of the prank further trivializes the harm caused and distracts from the sport.
Sex Positivity Works Best Where It’s Welcomed
At Romantic Depot, our entire philosophy has been built around creating safe, sex-positive spaces. That’s why you won’t see products advertised in ways that objectify or diminish people. Instead, we educate our clientele about healthy sexual expression and consent.
Here’s where context changes everything. The basketball court, at tip-off, isn’t the space for this kind of expression.
But with trusted, supportive resources, sex positivity becomes a tool for confidence and connection, far removed from the risk of public discomfort
Bringing Positivity to the Right Spaces
- Personal celebrations: Share and enjoy intimacy with partners behind closed doors.
- Open dialogue: Encourage ongoing conversations about sexuality among friends, partners, and in appropriately moderated forums.
- Community engagement: Participate in local events that support women’s health and empowerment, including those that champion representation in sports.
Where Empowerment Belongs
If you’re eager to show your love and support for women’s sports and female empowerment — and enjoy a celebration of sex positivity at the same time — Romantic Depot is the perfect environment.
All summer, we’re offering in-store or online guests a simple invitation: use the promo code “bedroom” and receive a free sex-positive gift, with zero judgment and only enthusiastic encouragement.
This initiative recognizes the difference between public disruption and private celebration.
Let’s reserve the basketball court for athletes and bring playfulness and pleasure to the spaces where everyone can truly appreciate it.
A Quarter Century Supporting Respectful Pleasure
At Romantic Depot, we stand firmly for respect, dignity, and sex positivity—values we’ve championed for 25 years. Recently, there’s been a wave of incidents at professional women’s basketball games where fans have thrown dildos onto the court. While we understand the intention may be to make a statement or show support, we want to be clear: we do not condone this behavior.
Sexual wellness products are meant to empower, uplift, and bring joy in safe, consensual spaces—not to disrupt or disrespect athletes and their game. The court is a place for athletic excellence and unity, where athletes focus on honing skills that contribute to their points per game, not for stunts that can undermine the professionalism and spirit of the professional women’s basketball.
Let’s keep the celebration of sex positivity where it belongs—off the court and in the bedroom. Use promo code BEDROOM in-store or online to receive a complimentary sex-positive gift as part of our 25th anniversary celebration. Let’s honor professional women’s basketball and each other by showing our support in ways that foster respect and dignity for all.
Our Journey of Growth
Romantic Depot’s 25th anniversary is a milestone that reflects growth, change, and a deepening commitment to our core values. When we first opened our doors, society’s conversations about sex, consent, and empowerment looked much different than they do today.
To put those changes in perspective, here’s how both professional women’s basketball and Romantic Depot have grown over the past quarter-century
Both narratives reflect a struggle for recognition, meaningful conversations around respect, and triumphant breakthroughs, often blending the line between reality and fantasy in their depiction. Women’s sports and sex-positive businesses have both encountered resistance, stereotypes, and sensationalism.
Expressing Yourself Off the Court
Sexuality and athleticism share some surprising connections: confidence, discipline, and the challenge of pushing past outdated taboos. Yet the boundaries between the two are essential. Empowerment doesn’t mean performance for others, nor does celebration require spectacle or disruption.
There are so many ways to advocate, uplift, and celebrate, both in public and in private, without crossing lines:
- Sponsor local girls’ sports teams or donate to organizations that support female athletes.
- Wear professional women’s basketball gear, attend games with friends, and spread positive social media messages with hashtags that matter.
- Share honest, respectful conversations about sex, love, and respect with those you trust.
With these choices, the energy stays high, respect remains mutual, and everyone gets to shine in their own spotlight.
Keeping the Joy (and the Toy!) Where it Belongs
There’s room for cheekiness, fun, and laughter in all parts of life, but keeping joy in its intended context is the key. At Romantic Depot, you won’t just find a broad selection of products to satisfy every taste — you’ll step into an inviting space designed to nurture healthy connections.
Remember, the promo code “BEDROOM” will lead to a free sex-positive gift in-store or online — a perfect reminder that sensual play, encouragement, and empowerment are especially sweet when embraced in privacy and with permission.
As fans, let’s uplift the players and make every game a celebration of their passion and talent. The real party belongs after the final buzzer, when those feelings of inspiration can spark some very memorable moments in the bedroom, not on the court. Here’s to 25 years of supporting pleasure, dignity, and respect, and to many more — on our own terms.
From Courtside to Bedside: A Call for Respect
Sexual wellness products are meant to empower, uplift, and bring joy in safe, consensual spaces—not to disrupt or disrespect athletes and their game. The court is a place for athletic excellence and unity, not for stunts that can undermine the professionalism and spirit of professional women’s basketball.
Let’s keep the celebration of sex positivity where it belongs—off the court and in the bedroom. Visit Romantic Depot and use promo code “BEDROOM” in-store or online to receive a complimentary sex-positive gift as part of our 25th anniversary celebration. Let’s honor the professional women’s basketball and each other by showing our support in ways that foster respect and dignity for all.
Join Us in Promoting Dignity -AND- Respect
Let’s honor the professional women’s basketball, its athletes, and each other by fostering an environment of respect and positivity. Support your favorite teams, share uplifting messages, and keep the fun where it belongs—in the bedroom, not on the court.
Join Us in Honoring 25 Years
Bringing the Fun Off the Court
FAQ
Q: Why is it important to respect professional women’s basketball athletes?
A: Respecting athletes upholds the integrity of the sport and supports the ongoing fight for equality in women’s basketball.
Q: How can I show support for professional women basketball players?
A: Attend games, share positive messages online, and support campaigns that promote dignity and respect.