Former ESPN host Jemele Hill has weighed in on the situation surrounding Caitlin Clark’s exclusion from the US Olympic team.
On Saturday, news broke that Clark would not be included on the team.
Christine Brennan of CBS Sports reported that insiders within the US Olympic team were concerned about potential backlash from Clark’s extensive fan base if she received limited playing time on the talent-rich team.
Brennan’s report cited two veteran sources from US basketball who preferred to remain anonymous due to the sensitive nature of the issue. They indicated that the potential negative reaction from Clark’s fans, who are used to seeing her engage extensively with the public, was a significant factor in the decision-making process.
Following the announcement of the team roster, Hill took to social media to express her view that Clark was not snubbed by the team.
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She also mentioned that the US Olympic team does not require Clark’s presence for marketing purposes, suggesting that the decision was strategic rather than a slight against Clark’s abilities.
Hill is known for her readiness to comment on matters related to Caitlin Clark and her impact on women’s basketball.
