Caitlin Clark, a basketball phenomenon, has garnered attention for her skills and impact on women's sports. She ranked second in a poll of NBA players' favorite athletes outside the league, outselling NFL jersey sales, and receiving a signature shoe deal from Nike worth $28 million over 8 years. Clark's arrival in the WNBA has sparked interest in the league's future and led to increased TV coverage for her team, the Indiana Fever. Despite some criticism, Clark's endorsement deals and accolades highlight the growing popularity and financial worth of women's sports.
That’s a cornerback https://t.co/FDP5L15aV9
Breanna Stewart is taking the long view on the WNBA's meager salaries https://t.co/eRqUA7pj0m https://t.co/J45gnnWFQK
Caitlin Clark ‘getting screwed’ with historic Nike shoe deal: Dave Portnoy https://t.co/NJrNChcIXw https://t.co/sPlK3qGWCS
"The most prolific scorer in NCAA Division I history and the No. 1 overall pick in the WNBA draft will continue her association with Nike by signing a $28 million contract that spans eight years and includes a signature shoe." https://t.co/Gb7fGGraDV
Women's sports are having a moment, but sexism is still holding back success https://t.co/Djau6XbDbt
Headline in Breitbart: Black USA Today columnist upset white Caitlin Clark got shoe deal. Besides the ugly racism of this, I specifically stated, in an almost comically overdone way, that it was great Clark got her deal. This is bad even for them.
Caitlin Clark is still picking up trophies. https://t.co/YBHnbffGC9
Caitlin Clark changed the game. Move the needle. Brought millions and millions of fans to TV sets. Diana Taurasi was hell of a player. https://t.co/Zz31aXN6Al
This week's offering for @TheHill. Caitlin Clark is very impressive. She's not the greatest of all time. https://t.co/Nx7Z3hSaF1
Caitlin Clark makes more history as she notches another accolade https://t.co/N5mUPYIWgq
Caitlin Clark is 'getting screwed' in $28million Nike deal and it should start at $80m, insists Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy: 'It's STEALING - I hope she has an early opt out' https://t.co/VaYsZIToCK https://t.co/O3PtWnblOL
Big 3: Why We Offered Caitlin Clark $15 million https://t.co/YzRmo4vtfq
Caitlin Clark is 'getting screwed' in $28million Nike deal, insists Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy https://t.co/DXOjkG3FMF https://t.co/mx23WzzvTB
🏀 Caitlin Clark becomes 1st two-time winner of Sullivan Award as nation's top college athlete https://t.co/X4eYYW4g5F
Caitlin Clark is still picking up trophies. The Iowa basketball star who was recently the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft won the James E. Sullivan Award for the second straight year Tuesday night. https://t.co/LKvjRSfWRL
#CaitlinClark is set to sign #Nike for $28 million, inking 8 year https://t.co/S2D7t9ccDO https://t.co/M5OPduLvnc
Caitlin Clark is reportedly one step closer to scoring a major endorsement deal. https://t.co/r1CagsWOxx
Women's sports are surging! Now, Joy Taylor and MJ Acosta-Ruiz are set to not just host, but also executive produce season 2 of 'Like A Girl' -- a show highlighting star female athletes, and the issues they face on and off the field! See more 👇 https://t.co/1rPLf73qFK
The former Iowa Hawkeye and future Indiana Fever player is set to make $76,535 her rookie year, for a total of $338,056 over the next four seasons. https://t.co/WeIhbdjOdd
The most prolific scorer in NCAA Division I history and the No. 1 overall pick in the WNBA draft will continue her association with Nike by signing a $28 million contract that spans eight years and includes a signature shoe. https://t.co/HahM5rbCOQ
For the first time, three WNBA teams have sold out of season tickets: Atlanta, Dallas, and reigning champions Las Vegas. Caitlin Clark has created big buzz around women's basketball—but the WNBA's booming popularity goes beyond the yet-to-debut star. @mgfleming12's story ⬇️
REPORT: Caitlin Clark is signing a massive shoe deal with Nike valued at $28M over 8 years 🤯 More details on Clark declining offers from Under Armour and Adidas for Nike on the @Digits3App: https://t.co/pxSi4qzVts https://t.co/kJEy606ntZ
Nike $NKE to sign $28 million deal with WNBA Superstar Caitlyn Clark https://t.co/LJxrQSVd12
🏀🧺: Caitlin Clark appears to be on the cusp of setting another record. https://t.co/UooqVL1YN6
“It’s massive. "That’s an NBA-caliber number for a woman who’s yet to play a minute of pro hoops. And it should lead to more big-money deals for WNBA players as Clark brings more eyes, more respect and more media dollars to the women’s game.” @BobDorfman to @njdotcom https://t.co/bklTCKgQIN
Caitlin Clark appears to be on the cusp of setting another record. https://t.co/W4lk545YJ4
Lefty USA Today Sports Columnist Slams 'Ugliness' of Caitlin Clark's Nike Shoe Deal https://t.co/wP7LZSSQk4
If people want to complain about Caitlin Clark getting screwed complain about this. 8 year 28 million deal is STEALING. 8 years 80 million min is her worth and that's still prob too cheap. I hope she has an early opt out if they don't pay up when she blows through this deal. https://t.co/VNyPg7wPpS
So I assume all the crocodile tears about how poor Caitlin Clark is being cheated will stop now that @nike is shipping $28 million her way? https://t.co/4SHw5TXW0K
Caitlin Clark is reportedly getting her own shoe. Here’s why people are angry Story by @edler_krysyan https://t.co/TIJQUZfQza
Nikola Jokic's lack of major shoe deal with Big 3 brands throws cold water on Caitlin Clark white privilege narrative. https://t.co/IvOoh9UuuW
Caitlin Clark gets the BAG from Nike. 🤑💸 https://t.co/CdNwD38kEJ
.@nyliberty CEO @KeiaClarke talks with Axios' @sarafischer about the rising popularity of women's sports and partnering with brands: "It is a movement. This is the tipping point, it's for the long haul now and it's our job to really showcase the value and longevity." #BOWSS24 https://t.co/kPhMLCzG2a
The race-hustlers say it's racist that Nike gave Caitlin Clark a show deal over black women. Yet they leave out that Nike gave several black players shoe deals over Jokic, the best player in the game. https://t.co/IvOoh9UuuW
The popularity of women's sports will last and brands who aren't in the game are missing out, New York Liberty CEO Keia Clarke says. https://t.co/Vl1lt4iRQi
The #WNBA's growth is propelling negotiations for the next CBA 📈 With increased recognition of women's sports' financial worth, salary caps could double or even triple. Read more ⬇️
Jason Whitlock claims basketball fans have fallen in love with Caitlin Clark because she's a 'little white girl dominating a black sport'... as he compares it to Tiger Woods' golf takeover https://t.co/OOkV7PDRUN https://t.co/8FZKXAEp6L
Stephen Jackson and the woke sports media are up in arms over Caitlin Clark @dandakich https://t.co/98D2n2fSbz
.@RutgersWBB head coach @CoqueseWashing highlights the shift in thinking around women's basketball: "With the @WNBA, more girls want to be pros ... they want to be GMs. They look at women's basketball as a career to be involved in." #BOWSS24 https://t.co/SRAfCy4gKb
The future of women's sports is shining bright 🌟 The #WNBA's record-breaking draft viewership & the historic NCAA WBB championship game are just the beginning. Commissioners Cathy Engelbert & Jessica Berman discuss the game-changing momentum ⬇️ https://t.co/rTk2tmGzJ6
Jason Whitlock crowns Caitlin Clark: "Basketball is a black sport, and this little white girl is dominating. Caitlin Clark is like the underdog. She’s something unexpected. That’s why we love her." https://t.co/fEpIdwd0au
We're kicking off with a powerhouse lineup of CMOs all investing in Women's Sports 💪 https://t.co/fAO3E6EX1k
Good morning from the Business of Women’s Sports Summit! @sarafischer and Laura Correnti just kicked us off, noting this isn’t a moment. It is THE moment. This TN50 event will explore how we can best support the next 50 years in women’s sports Stay tuned! #BOWSS24 https://t.co/824bpJVlF9
The Indiana Fever are getting even more TV coverage. The team has struck a deal with Tegna to place 17 of the team’s games on the media company’s over-the-air stations in Indianapolis. It’s also part of a larger trend, @AEricFisher writes ⬇️
In a very predictable move, USA Today's race-obsessed columnist Mike Freeman has taken serious issue with Caitlin Clark getting a signature shoe deal. Why? Because she is white. READ: https://t.co/7nc8yKstil https://t.co/unmMzvM0wR
While Caitlin Clark’s four-year deal with the Indiana Fever has drawn criticism, her 'Name, Imagine and Likeness' (NIL) will continue to benefit her on the WNBA stage as she is reportedly preparing to sign a major deal with Nike. https://t.co/BTQZUYk6a3
Caitlin Clark and the Fever to Receive Even More TV Coverage MORE: https://t.co/UAnDExO0JX https://t.co/JHn35XOBxE
Could Caitlin Clark's impact spark wider interest in the league's future? 🤔 Clark's WNBA arrival put a spotlight on the league's profitability and has highlighted a hard truth that largely goes unspoken about the WNBA and many women’s sports leagues. https://t.co/OEpUg3vRBV
WNBA commissioner on league’s newfound popularity and what’s next: ‘We have household names coming in’ https://t.co/Co0A5KFpeH
In completely predictable fashion, USA Today's race-obsessed columnist Mike Freeman has taken serious issue with Caitlin Clark receiving a signature shoe deal. Why? Because she is white, of course. READ: https://t.co/7nc8yKt17T https://t.co/Fv7I20Pgwc
Should Caitlin Clark be on Team USA? https://t.co/fozUhUpKho
Our story on the basketball phenomenon that is @CaitlinClark22 Iowa has retired her #22 jersey and she's traded it for a WNBA one that reads Indiana Fever: https://t.co/CPax928ljj On @AJEnglish
Caitlin Clark's Indiana Fever Jersey Outsells The Dallas Cowboys Entire Team's Jersey Sales for the Whole Year https://t.co/urzCp3g6iQ https://t.co/Feit6R4tKs
Caitlin Clark comes second in poll of NBA players' favorite athletes outside of the league beating out Patrick Mahomes and Shohei Ohtani: 'Her game is so pretty to watch' https://t.co/2EdP1egFqU https://t.co/aOvOzqxsie