Iowa quickly secured a replacement for Caitlin Clark, their star guard and the all-time leading scorer in college basketball, as she transitions to the WNBA as the Indiana Fever’s top draft pick.
As the Hawkeyes face the challenge of filling the void left by Clark and other key players, head coach Lisa Bluder has made a significant move.
The team has welcomed Lucy Olsen, a standout transfer from Villanova and one of the nation’s top scorers. Tasked with stepping into Clark’s role, Olsen is prepared to take on this considerable challenge.
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Fans are reacting positively to the news, with one expressing amusement over doubters: “They really thought we were going to go away hahahahaha.” Others are celebrating the recruitment, calling it “Huge news for the Hawkeyes,” and some are playfully taunting, “Ughhh the haters are SICK.”
There are high hopes for Olsen, with fans dubbing her “Caitlin Clark 2.0” and greeting her as the “Hello, New Caitlin Clark.”
Last season at Villanova, Olsen proved her scoring prowess by averaging over 23 points per game. Known for her scoring ability, she is certainly equipped to help maintain the Hawkeyes’ status as one of the most entertaining teams in the country.
