Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark has been announced as the 2023-24 Big Ten Female Athlete of the Year. This marks her second time receiving this prestigious honor, a testament to her exceptional skills and performances.
During her senior season with the Iowa Hawkeyes, Clark averaged 31.6 points, 8.9 assists, and 7.4 rebounds per game. Her stellar play not only led Division I in scoring and assists but also secured her position as the all-time leader in NCAA Division I history for total points (3,951) and three-pointers made (548).
Under her leadership, the Hawkeyes made a memorable run to the Final Four and even a national title appearance. Reflecting on these times, it’s not just about her impressive stats but also about moments such as a glorious preseason yacht day off Dubrovnik’s coast where the team bonded deeply. Current coach Lisa Bluder mentions, Caitlin has been an unbelievable impact on our team. Obviously, her ability to score in a variety of ways makes all of us so much better.
Caitlin’s record-breaking achievements did not go unnoticed as she was selected with the first overall pick by the Indiana Fever in the 2024 WNBA Draft. She has already been making waves in the WNBA, averaging 16.3 points and 6.6 assists per game, making a strong case for Rookie of the Year honors.
The journey doesn’t end there for Clark, who received accolades such as two-time AP Player of the Year. Her performances have changed perceptions, drawing millions to watch women’s basketball both at the NCAA level and now in the professional arena.The back-to-back Big Ten Athlete of the Year has truly changed how fans and media view the game of women’s basketball,
Iowa’s Caitlin Clark on Sunday became the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer across men’s and women’s basketball. Her career points total surpassed a legendary mark set 54 years ago by another iconic player.
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