During a recent game, Caitlin Clark found herself in a heartwarming moment when she was asked for an autograph by young fans while sitting on the bench. Watch the clip below!
Despite being in the midst of the game, Caitlin graciously acknowledged the request with a smile. However, she made a promise to fulfill it after the game.
True to her word, Caitlin made time after the game to meet with the young fans and sign their memorabilia. The excitement and joy on the faces of the girls were palpable as they interacted with their basketball idol.
This simple yet touching gesture highlights Caitlin’s humility, kindness, and genuine connection with her fans, especially the younger generation who look up to her as a role model.
It’s moments like these that not only make memories for the fans but also leave a lasting impression of Caitlin’s character both on and off the court.
When will Caitlin Clark break the all-time NCAA men’s and women’s basketball record?
After recently becoming the all-time leading scorer in NCAA women’s basketball history, Caitlin Clark is chasing another record.
The University of Iowa superstar has scored 3,593 career points, 74 short of basketball Hall of Famer Pete Maravich’s total of 3,667 that he scored at Louisiana State University (LSU), which is the all-time NCAA men’s and women’s basketball record.
Maravich’s record is remarkable given he only played three years at LSU – averaging 44.2 points per game (ppg) – while achieving his points haul in the era before the three-point line and shot clock existed.
Clark’s superstardom at college level has drawn comparisons to Maravich’s total domination at LSU, earning her the nickname ‘Ponytail Pete.’
She broke Kelsey Plum’s women’s college basketball scoring record of 3,527 against the Michigan Wolverines on February 15, dropping a career-high 49 in the process. She made history in trademark fashion, draining a long three-pointer from near the halfcourt logo to etch her name in the record books.
Clark’s first game as the women’s record holder came on the road against the No. 14 Indiana Hoosiers. All eyes were on Clark and the Hawkeyes, though Indiana scored the upset, winning 86-69 to give Iowa its largest losing margin of the season.
Clark was held to 24 points – her second lowest total of the season – leaving her short of Maravich’s record, though she would have needed a herculean effort near Wilt Chamberlain’s legendary NBA record of scoring 100 points in a single game to break the record on Thursday night – she entered the contest 98 points behind ‘Pistol Pete.’
The reigning national player of the year is leading the country in scoring this season, averaging 32.4 ppg, but would need to average 37.5 across her next two games if she is to pass Maravich against Minnesota on February 28.
Based on her season average though, the 22-year-old is most likely to break the record at home versus Ohio State in Iowa’s final regular season game on March 3.
Clark also has the opportunity to blow these records out of the water if she elects to forgo the 2024 WNBA draft – where she is projected to be selected first overall – and remain in college for a fifth season. The senior has an additional year of college eligibility due to the effect of the Covid-19 pandemic on previous NCAA seasons.
This may be an attractive prospect for Clark, as a result of the 2021 name, image and likeness (NIL) ruling that allows college athletes to make money off their personal brand though the prospect of bigger challenges on the professional level might prove too alluring for the standout star.
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