Travis Kelce couldn’t help but gush about meeting fellow athlete Caitlin Clark during Taylor Swift’s Indianapolis stop on the Eras Tour. The Kansas City Chiefs star shared his excitement while discussing the experience on the latest episode of the “New Heights” podcast, which he co-hosts with his brother, Jason Kelce.
“I wanted to see Tay one more time before this thing wrapped up,” Travis said on Wednesday’s episode. “I’ll tell you, the American crowds did not disappoint. That thing was rockin’, absolutely rockin’. It was fun. And on top of all that, I got to meet Caitlin Clark.”
The 35-year-old NFL tight end was clearly thrilled to meet Caitlin, who has quickly become one of the most popular faces in women’s basketball. “She’s awesome. She loves being out there in Indianapolis, says it’s a fun city, and we’re both just true Midwesterners at heart, you know? Played high school ball, college ball, pro ball all out here in the Midwest, and it was cool catching up with her,” Travis continued.
As the two chatted, it was clear that there was mutual admiration between them as they bonded over their love for the Midwest and their respective sports journeys. Caitlin Clark, a rising star in the WNBA, has made a name for herself with her impressive skills, and her enthusiasm for both basketball and enjoying life off the court seemed to resonate with Kelce.
At one point during the podcast, Jason Kelce chimed in, teasing his brother by asking if Caitlin’s dance moves were as impressive as her jump shot. Travis laughed and replied, “She was into the show, for sure. She was there with her mom and a few friends… I think this was like, her third or fourth show she’s been to. She’s a Swiftie through and through, man.”
Travis went on to praise Caitlin for her enthusiasm and energy at the concert. He noted that the Indiana Fever star, 22, appeared to be fully immersed in the experience. “I think she’s just having fun — going to the shows, taking her friends and family, and getting everybody to experience Tay up there on stage making the entire 69,000, 70,000 people go f—king nuts for four hours,” Kelce said, clearly impressed by both Swift’s performance and Clark’s passion as a fan.
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On November 1, Caitlin Clark attended the first night of Swift’s record-breaking Eras Tour at the Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
The WNBA standout was spotted handing out friendship bracelets with fellow Swifties, embracing the communal spirit of Swift’s concerts. She watched the performance from her private suite, surrounded by friends and family.
Clark shared a snap from her seat with her excitement evident, writing, “IM FIRED UP!!!!!!!” atop the photo she posted on social media. The post quickly garnered attention, with fans celebrating her enthusiasm and excitement about the event.
The following night, Clark returned to the stadium for the second of Swift’s three concerts in Indianapolis. This time, she was seen seated just one row behind Travis Kelce, as reported by Fieldhouse Files. The proximity allowed the two athletes to catch up, and they seemed to enjoy each other’s company as they soaked in the incredible energy of the concert.
After the second show concluded, Taylor Swift, 34, and her boyfriend Travis Kelce were spotted leaving the stadium hand-in-hand, waving to the screaming fans as they made their way out. The pair have been making headlines for their blossoming relationship, and their appearance at the Indianapolis concert only added to the excitement for fans of both the NFL star and the pop icon.
The encounter between Travis Kelce and Caitlin Clark has become a highlight of the Indianapolis stop of Swift’s Eras Tour, showcasing the way that music, sports, and fandom can bring people together.
For Kelce, the opportunity to see Swift perform again was memorable in itself, but getting to meet Clark and share the experience with her made it even more special.
With both athletes continuing to make waves in their respective fields, their admiration and camaraderie at the concert served as a reminder of the power of shared passions and mutual support.
