Caitlin Clark has been named Time Magazine's Athlete of the Year for 2024 after an impressive season at Iowa and in the WNBA where she set records and increased attendance. She is recognized for her impact on women's college basketball and the WNBA.
Key Points
Caitlin Clark named Time Magazine's Athlete of the Year for 2024
Impressive final season at Iowa and rookie season in the WNBA
Set records in both college and professional basketball
Increased attendance and buzz around women's basketball
Pros
Caitlin Clark led the Hawkeyes to the NCAA Championship Game in her final season at Iowa
She broke the all-time Division I women's scoring record
Clark set multiple records in the WNBA including three-pointers in a season and assists in a game
Clark's presence led to a 48% increase in WNBA attendance
Cons
Despite her success, Clark did not win the NCAA Championship Game