Caitlin Clark’s journey to becoming a respected teammate has been a topic of discussion, both for her time at the University of Iowa and now with the Indiana Fever.
While her skills on the court are undeniable, there have been varied opinions about her teamwork.
Currently, Clark is well-liked among her Fever teammates, in part because of her knack for making excellent passes and her role in securing better travel accommodations for WNBA players. Her generosity extends off the court too, often covering dinner bills, which surely endears her further to her team.
However, a recent highlight from her college days at Iowa has sparked some debate. An excerpt from a March ESPN article that resurfaced on social media platform X on Tuesday detailed some challenging behaviors.
According to the article, Clark’s incredible talent was sometimes overshadowed by her impatience and anger during practices. Descriptions of her throwing her hands up in frustration, walking off the court, or refusing to pass to even open teammates if she doubted their ability, painted a picture of a player with high standards and intense emotions.
Clark herself acknowledged these issues, explaining, “I had expectations of them and they weren’t meeting them.”
Despite these earlier challenges, it seems that Clark’s competitive nature has evolved into a driving force that contributes positively to her team.
Her ability to lead and win games has helped to mitigate concerns about her past demeanor, suggesting a maturity and growth that comes with professional experience.
