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Caitlin Clark, one of Iowa's most beloved athletes, was honored in Iowa City on Saturday as she returned home to celebrate a remarkable basketball career. The 2023-24 Hawkeyes women's basketball team, which made a historic run to the Final Four, was recognized during halftime, with Clark and her former teammates taking center stage. Alongside her recently retired coach, Lisa Bluder, Clark and her team were welcomed with roaring applause from the crowd.
Carrying their Big Ten championship and NCAA Tournament regional championship trophies, the team shared a special moment with the fans.
Clark, now shining in the WNBA, even took the opportunity to flaunt her impressive collection of championship rings for the cameras.
Clark's accomplishments during her college years are the stuff of legend. Despite not securing a national championship, her accolades include multiple All-American honors, national and conference player of the year awards, and setting the NCAA all-time scoring record.
Her time at Iowa left a lasting legacy and played a key role in elevating the program to the national spotlight.
The return to Iowa City was not just a chance for Clark to reconnect with old friends and fans but also to reflect on the incredible journey she had with the Hawkeyes.
Rising Star in the WNBA
After an illustrious college career, Clark has continued to excel in the professional ranks.
The Indiana Fever selected her as the No.1 overall pick, and she didn't disappoint, earning WNBA Rookie of the Year honors. Leading her team to their first playoff appearance since 2016, Clark made history as the first WNBA rookie to record a triple-double-and she did it twice.
In her debut season, Clark averaged 19.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 8.4 assists, showing her prowess both on offense and defense.
While the Fever fell to the Connecticut Sun in the first round of the playoffs, Clark's impact was undeniable, and her confidence in her growth is evident.
"The fun part is I feel like I'm just scratching the surface... I know I want to help this franchise get even better, help my teammates get even better, and I know there's a lot of room for me to continue to improve," Clark told ESPN after the playoff loss.
As she looks forward to building on her success, Caitlin Clark's journey is far from over, and her return to Iowa was a reminder of how far she has come and how much more she can achieve.