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Kate Martin and Caitlin Clark were a formidable duo during their time at the University of Iowa, where they played together from 2020 to 2024. The two helped lead the Hawkeyes to back-to-back Final Four appearances, consistently establishing Iowa as a national title contender.
During her college career, Martin posted averages of 8.0 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game. Clark, on the other hand, emerged as one of the top collegiate players in the nation, averaging an astonishing 28.4 points, 7.1 rebounds and 8.2 assists per game. Their chemistry on the court became a driving force behind Iowa's postseason success.
After Iowa, Clark was drafted into the WNBA and made an immediate impact, winning the 2024 Rookie of the Year award while averaging 19.2 points, 5.7 rebounds and 8.4 assists per game. She led the league in assists per game and was the top-scoring rookie that season.
Martin took a more gradual path, ing the Las Vegas Aces, where she played a ing role. In her rookie season, she averaged 2.6 points, 1.6 rebounds and 0.9 assists while contributing to a deep playoff run with the Aces.
Now, she's set to take on a bigger role with the Valkyries as they look to establish themselves as a competitive force in the WNBA.
A new journey in Golden State
The expansion draft also brought Martin a familiar face in Temi Fagbenle, one of Caitlin Clark's current Indiana Fever teammates, who was also selected by the Valkyries.
The two will forces with Martin as part of the Valkyries' inaugural squad. The team's formation comes with high expectations, as new franchises often look to make a strong statement early.