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Since joining the WNBA as the No. 1 pick in the 2024 draft, Indiana Fever guards Caitlin Clark and Lexie Hull have built a strong relationship.
The two are constantly seen goofing around with each other throughout the season. They have even joined each other for vacation, taking a trip to Mexico during the WNBA's Olympic break last July.
Now, they have entered their second season together, starting off with a 3-4 record. However, Clark has been sidelined for the last three games due to a quad strain.
But, just like in 2024, Hull seems to have more exciting plans for this Summer. On Thursday, she took to social media to announce the start date of her new basketball camp.
"I’m so excited to host my @SimpleTruth4U Basketball Camp this summer!" Hull wrote on Instagram. "We’ll work on all aspects of the game—skills, teamwork, confidence—and of course, HAVE FUN!"
Hull also noted that the event will take place on June 28 at Aletto Family Sports Center in Carmel, Indiana.
Clark, as she often does, was left excited by Hull's new announcement, leaving a response in the comment section.
"Can't wait to attend," Clark said. "Hoping we just do defensive slides all camp."
The camp is open to boys and girls in grades one through eight and costs $125 per participant. Hull will also be giving out memorabilia for each participant, including an autographed souvenir, a camp team photo with Hull and a limited-edition t-shirt.
Through seven games in 2025, Hull is on her way to having the best season of her career. She is averaging 10.7 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game, while leading the WNBA in 3-point percentage at 55.6%.
The Fever will have one game left until Clark can potentially return from injury, with a target date of June 10 against the Atlanta Dream. But for now, the focus will be Saturday's game against Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky.
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