Iowa Hawkeyes’ tribute to Caitlin Clark that makes her a legend
Clark enjoyed a historic college basketball career
Iowa guard Caitlin ClarkLAPRESSE
Caitlin Clark’s transformative impact on women’s basketball will be forever honored by the University of Iowa. On Wednesday, the Hawkeyes announced that they would retire her No. 22 jersey, making it official that no future player will wear the number.
The ceremony to raise her jersey into the rafters is set for February 2, 2025, cementing Clark’s place as one of the greatest athletes in the program’s history.
This tribute to Clark, Iowa’s most famous athlete, is a fitting recognition of her extraordinary achievements.
Through her remarkable career with the Hawkeyes, Clark not only revolutionized the game but also brought unprecedented attention to women’s college basketball.
A Career of unprecedented achievements
Caitlin Clark’s list of accomplishments is a testament to her unparalleled talent and hard work. Over her college career, she set multiple records and collected numerous awards, solidifying her place as one of the most accomplished players in NCAA history. Here are just a few of her standout achievements:
2x AP Player of the Year
2x Naismith College Player of the Year
Multiple All-American honors
3x Big Ten Player of the Year
2x National Championship runner-up
NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer with 3,951 points
1,144 assists
900 rebounds
538 three-pointers made
Her impressive stats don’t just tell the story of a player, but of a game-changer whose influence on women’s basketball transcended numbers.
Before Caitlin Clark, women’s basketball didn’t receive the same level of mainstream attention as men’s sports. Clark changed that by making women’s college basketball a thrilling spectacle with her dazzling shooting and playmaking ability. Her performances made her a household name and garnered widespread support for the women’s game.
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One of her most significant moments came in the National Championship game against South Carolina, which, despite the loss, became the most-watched women’s college basketball game in history, peaking at over 24 million viewers. Clark’s presence on the court helped redefine what was possible for women’s sports in terms of exposure and viewership.
Retiring No. 22 is more than just a symbolic gesture; it’s a recognition of the profound impact Clark has had on the sport and on the University of Iowa. Her legacy will live on in the rafters of Carver-Hawkeye Arena, a reminder to future generations of the greatness that wore that number and changed the game forever.
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Angel Reese’s TikTok video might have crossed a line beyond what is expected of a star basketball playerInstagram
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