The Iowa Hawkeyes will surely miss Caitlin Clark as she prepares for life after college basketball. She’s one of the most impressive ballers to step onto the college hardwood regardless of gender due to the things she’s done against her opponents.
There’s no question that many young athletes were inspired with what she did and are reaching out to her, be it in person or through social media. It’s become easier for fans to interact with their idols in this digital age, and not all stars react kindly to fans.
The young phenom, who is expected to be selected first overall by the Indiana Fever in the 2024 WNBA Draft, shares her honest thoughts on fans trying to reach out to her.
Caitlin Clark understands the need to interact with fans as an Iowa Hawkeyes legend
The Iowa Hawkeyes star appeared on the Today show to talk about her college career and what’s next in her life. During her appearance, the topic of interacting with fans was brought up.
While players like Angel Reese have an air around them that some might find hard to approach, Clark has made it a point to interact with fans whenever she could.
Per The Spun’s Andrew Holleran:
“The people I idolized in my life were either professional women’s basketball players, professional soccer players, and that’s what I wanted to be growing up. And I think understanding how big of an impact that can have on a young girl’s life is super important,” Clark said on the “Today” show.
“I always try to make as much time as I can for them. And just to see them scream your name or have your jersey on — that’s something that never gets old.”
Whether she likes it or not, Caitlin Clark has become one of the most influential athletes in the country. Her final year with the Hawkeyes is the stuff of legends, as she put up 31.6 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 8.9 assists on 45.5% shooting and 37.8% from deep.
To see her look at fan interaction in such a light is a good thing not only for her brand but for women’s basketball as well. Her approachable persona will only make the sport more attractive to female athletes who want to become just like her.
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