Caitlin Clark’s Dad Makes Move After Her Personal Decision

Caitlin Clark’s decision came as the Fever continued their postseason push without her. After suffering a season-ending injury earlier in the year, she has been sidelined but has remained present for her teammates throughout their playoff run.

The timing of the Hall of Fame induction conflicted directly with Game 3 of the semifinals against WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson and the Aces. Caitlin Clark remained with her team at Gainbridge Fieldhouse instead of returning to Iowa for the ceremony.

Dowling Catholic announced Caitlin Clark’s induction before its homecoming football game, a celebration that highlighted her decorated high school career.

Caitlin Clark’s High School Legacy

Before becoming the NCAA’s all-time leading scorer and a WNBA star, Clark was already a standout in Iowa.

At Dowling Catholic, she was a two-time Iowa Gatorade Player of the Year and ranked as the No. 4 overall recruit in the Class of 2020. As a senior, she averaged 33.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, four assists and nearly three steals per game, carrying her team to a 19-4 record and the Class 5A regional final in 2019.

Her high school career included jaw-dropping performances, such as a 60-point outing against Mason City and leading the state in scoring for consecutive seasons. Those years set the stage for her historic run with the Iowa Hawkeyes and eventual transition to the WNBA.

Brent Clark’s Role as Supporter

Brent Clark’s presence at the ceremony was no surprise to those who have followed Caitlin Clark’s journey. A former athlete at Simpson College, he has long been a steady presence courtside, often offering his daughter reassurance from the stands.

While Caitlin Clark could not physically be at Dowling Catholic on Friday, her dad ensured that her connection to the school and community remained visible.

Meanwhile, the Fever’s playoff fight continued without their top playmaker. Caitlin Clark averaged 16.5 points, 5 rebounds and 8.8 assists this season before being sidelined in July with multiple injuries.

The Fever stunned the Atlanta Dream in the first round but dropped Game 3 against Las Vegas, 84-72, to fall behind 2-1 in the best-of-five series. Without Clark’s scoring and floor vision, the Fever have leaned on All-Stars Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell to carry the load.