Iowa’s Caitlin Clark has declared for the WNBA draft today, forgoing her final year of eligibility, she confirmed in a post on her social media account. Clark, one of the most dominant women’s college basketball players in recent history, has accumulated numerous awards and broken countless records during her four years at Iowa.
Clark’s decision to enter the WNBA draft comes as no surprise, given her exceptional talent and success on the court. She recently surpassed Kelsey Plum for most points in NCAA Division I women’s basketball history and Lynette Woodward’s total for most points in major-college women’s basketball. Clark currently sits just 17 points behind Pete Maravich’s record for most points at the NCAA DI level, men’s or women’s, with one game left in the regular season.
In addition to her scoring prowess, Clark has also been recognized with prestigious awards such as the Naismith Women’s College Player of the Year in 2023, the John R. Wooden Award, and the ESPY for Best Female College Athlete. Her contributions to the Iowa team have been invaluable, and she has been a key player in their success this season.
Despite her individual accolades, Clark’s focus remains on helping Iowa achieve their goals for the remainder of the season. The team is currently second in the Big 10 and looking to secure a spot in the March Madness tournament. Clark has yet to win a national championship, with the closest she came being last season when the Hawkeyes lost to LSU in the finals.
With the WNBA draft set to take place on April 15, many believe Clark will be the first overall pick, with the Indiana Fever holding the top selection. Clark’s decision to declare for the draft marks the next step in her basketball career, and fans will be eagerly watching to see where she lands and how she continues to make her mark on the sport.
