Caitlin Clark just added another impressive milestone to her growing legacy. The Associated Press named the Indiana Fever rookie to its all-time “Greatest Players of the Women’s Poll Era” list on Thursday, recognizing the game’s most dominant stars since the poll’s creation.
Clark earned a First Team nod alongside legends Cheryl Miller, Breanna Stewart, Candace Parker, and Diana Taurasi — an elite group that mirrors the sport’s evolution through the decades.
In her interview with AP, Clark expressed how much the honor meant to her.
“Being named an AP All-American is one of the most storied honors in college sports,” she said. “It means a lot to be named to this all-time list alongside players I looked up to. It’s fun to think about what it would have been like if we all played together.”
The 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year led Iowa to consecutive NCAA championship appearances and closed her career as the all-time leading scorer in both men’s and women’s college basketball. She’s also a two-time AP Player of the Year and a John R. Wooden Award winner — a résumé few can match.
But Clark’s greatness goes beyond stats and trophies. Her presence alone has boosted viewership across college hoops and the WNBA, turning every game she plays into a must-watch event.
“Was there ever any doubt?” Fans React to Caitlin Clark’s First Team Selection
As soon as the news dropped, her fans wasted no time online.
One posted,
“Was there ever any doubt?”
Another said,
“Caitlin is in good company.”
And a third chimed in, “What fantastic news! Now we’ll get a new wave of hate posts. CC is a record breaker—let’s not forget that.”
Championship or not, Caitlin Clark’s already changed women’s basketball forever. The records are nice, but the real story? Everyone’s watching now.
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