College basketball phenom Caitlin Clark made history again

USA college basketball sensation Caitlin Clark has been selected first overall in the 2024 WNBA Draft by the Indiana Fever at the April 15 Draft in New York City!

BREAKING: Caitlin Clark has been drafted by the Indiana Fever with the first overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft. https://t.co/jjXO4SUbSU pic.twitter.com/kI1FZf4r2R

— NBC News (@NBCNews) April 15, 2024

At just 22 years of age, Caitlin Clark, a redoubtable scorer from Iowa, was selected first overall by the Indiana Fever, marking a historic moment in the world of women’s basketball. Throughout her college career, Clark set numerous records, making her a sensational basketball player.

During her college career, the 22-year-old guard broke the NCAA scoring record. She also accumulated an impressive total of 3,951 points. This feat has earned her the distinction of being one of the greatest players in women’s basketball. Her average of 28.4 points, 7.1 rebounds and 8.2 assists per game during her Iowa career is impressive.

Her entry into the professional world of basketball promises to be fraught with high expectations, and Indiana Fever fans are sure to be delighted at the prospect of seeing her play for their favorite team.

During the draft, Aaliyah Eds, a Canadian player from Kingston, Ontario, also generated excitement by being selected sixth overall by the Washington Mystics.

The 2023-2024 season marked a peak in popularity for women’s basketball, with viewership surpassing even that of men’s basketball in the NCAA!

Clark’s arrival in the WNBA will only accentuate this growing phenomenon!