Chiefs superfan Caitlin Clark’s invited Taylor Swift to women’s basketball’s biggest stage
The WNBA sensation and pop icon connect over sports, music, and Kansas City pride
When Caitlin Clark Asked Taylor Swift to Stay for the GameLAPRESSE
In the world of sports, few rookie seasons have captivated audiences like Caitlin Clark’s debut with the Indiana Fever in the WNBA. Known for her sharp shooting and dynamic playmaking, Clark’s influence stretches far beyond the court. Off the hardwood, she’s an outspoken Kansas City Chiefs superfan, often seen sporting the franchise’s colors with pride.
Clark’s love for the Chiefs isn’t the only crossover between her basketball prowess and pop culture. Ahead of Iowa’s 2023 NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship game against LSU, ticket sales for the showdown surpassed even those for Taylor Swift’s iconic Eras Tour. When reporters brought up the phenomenon, Clark’s response was pure enthusiasm: “Hey, I’m going to Taylor Swift in June, too. That’s pretty awesome.” But Clark didn’t stop there. She playfully invited Swift to the championship game, saying, “Hopefully she likes women’s basketball. She should stay for the game tomorrow. How about that?”
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While Swift didn’t make it to the game, the spotlight on women’s basketball shone brighter than ever. Clark’s Iowa Hawkeyes ultimately fell to LSU in a high-scoring battle, 102-85, but the attention surrounding the game signaled a seismic cultural moment for women’s sports.
Fast forward to September 2023, and the worlds of Clark, Swift, and the Chiefs collided in unexpected fashion. When rumors of Taylor Swift dating Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce were confirmed, Clark wasted no time welcoming the pop superstar to Chiefs Kingdom with a lighthearted post on X: “Taylor Swift, welcome to the good side #ChiefsKingdom.”
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The connection between Clark and Swift didn’t end there. Facilitated by Kelce himself, Clark met Swift, a moment fans of both icons couldn’t stop buzzing about. While some critics suggested Clark was merely riding the Chiefs’ wave of success, her history as a die-hard fan quickly silenced detractors. As a long-time supporter, Clark’s social media is filled with posts celebrating Chiefs victories, including their ninth straight AFC West title.
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Despite her off-court fandom, Clark remains laser-focused on basketball. As the reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year, she’s preparing to lead the Indiana Fever into a blockbuster opener against LSU star Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky. For Clark, balancing her love for sports and pop culture seems to come naturally.
Clark’s ability to merge fandom with athletic greatness showcases why she’s not just a player to watch on the court but also a figure shaping the cultural conversation around women’s sports.
Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark insane dribbling skills impress new head coach Stephanie White
This could be the start of a perfect match made in heaven
Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark insane dribbling skills impress new head coach Stephanie WhiteAP
Indiana Fever’sCaitlin Clark wants to take her team to new heights for the 2025 season after a very impressive 2024, when the Fever returned to the playoffs (they lost to the Connecticut Sun in the first round).
The Fever caused sensation last season with their play on the court, with Clark setting numerous records on her way to winning Rookie of the Year honors and joining teammates Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell as All-Stars.
Caitlin Clark shines in first workout with new Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White
With Indiana basketball legend Stephanie White returning home to take over the reins as Fever head coach this season, the team have aspirations of hanging more banners in Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Meanwhile, the future looks bright and we got a little piece of what’s gonna look like with the Fever’s first workout with White as their leader. The trainning session was intense and Clark shone with her massive talent, her insane dribbling skills and her superb shooting.
Indiana is gonna need all of that and more for her season opener when they host the Chicago Sky on Saturday, May 17. The Fever and Sky had the league’s two most compelling rookies last season in Clark and Chicago forward Angel Reese, both of whom had record-setting rookie seasons.
Clark set a WNBA record for assists in a single season and also led the league in 3-pointers made. Reese, meanwhile, broke the league’s rebounding record. Both were All-Stars and though Clark ultimately ran away with Rookie of the Year honors, Reese finished second in the voting.
