Caitlin Clark left an undeniable legacy in women’s college basketball, breaking records and earning accolades with the Iowa Hawkeyes. Her feats placed her second in FOX Sports’ top-10 ranking this Saturday. However, sports journalist Jemele Hill disagreed, ranking Clark lower and advocating for another unmentioned superstar.
Hill expressed disappointment with FOX rankings on her X (formerly Twitter) account. Moreover, she argued that Sheryl Swoopes deserved a spot on the list rather than just an honorable mention.
“Sheryl Swoopes not being in the top 10 is crazy and as much as I love CC, she is not the second-greatest player ever. I’d put her anywhere between 5-8,” Hill tweeted.
Sheryl Swoopes not being in the top 10 is crazy and as much as I love CC, she is not the second-greatest player ever. I’d put her anywhere between 5-8. https://t.co/phtlLaRjFn
— Jemele Hill (@jemelehill) March 22, 2025
Hill defended her stance when a user highlighted Caitlin Clark’s offensive impact and her role in leading the underdog Hawkeyes to multiple national playoffs. She emphasized that Swoopes had a similar, impressive collegiate career at Texas Tech, including a championship in 1993.
“But alas, Sheryl Swoopes. Sheryl Swoopes won the title at … Texas Tech. She was only there for two seasons, led the nation in scoring, and won a championship with a program that wasn’t considered elite. She didn’t play alongside another All-American, and I’m willing to bet … no other five-star recruits,” Hill argued.
Who are the best women’s college basketball players of all time? We ranked the top 10. pic.twitter.com/3ccsLRniWe
— FOX Sports (@FOXSports) March 22, 2025
The other inductees among FOX Sports’ are Breanna Stewart, Diana Taurasi, Cheryl Miller, Chamique Holdsclaw, Maya Moore, Brittney Griner, Candace Parker, A’Ja Wilson, and Lynette Woodward.
Meanwhile, Kelsey Plum, Sabrina Ionescu, Elena Delle Done, and Rebecca Lobo join Swoopes in the Honorable Mentions section.
Despite playing in different eras, Caitlin Clark and those at FOX’s ranking all emerged as legends who left a lasting impact on women’s basketball. Clark’s unique playstyle, ability to draw action, and global popularity continue to inspire the next generation of college talent.
Caitlin Clark fans not happy on FOX Sports’ ranking
Caitlin Clark fans were disappointed with FOX Sports’ top-10 all-time best women’s college basketball players list released last Saturday. The ranking put Clark in second, just behind Breanna Stewart, but many disagreed, voicing their opinions in the comments of X/Twitter.
“By what measure is Breanna Stewart better than Caitlin Clark?” one fan asked.
By what measure is Breanna Stewart better than Caitlin Clark?
— David Byrnes 🍀 (@ndhawk88) March 22, 2025
“Clark is the greatest and it isn’t even close. It’s easy to win championships with a loaded lineup of 4 and 5 star recruits. It’s an entirely different story to go to back to back national championship games with 2 and 3 star players,” another added.
Clark is the greatest and it isn’t even close. It’s easy to win championships with a loaded lineup of 4 and 5 star recruits. It’s an entirely different story to go to back to back national championship games with 2 and 3 star players.
— HaloMC365 (@Biggievan1969) March 22, 2025
On the other hand, some believed Caitlin Clark should be placed lower.
“Someone that never won a championship at 2 on a post during the NCAA tournament…” someone commented.
Someone that never won a championship at 2 on a post during the NCAA tournament… https://t.co/6wlj5eP9hs
— AlisonSøns (@alisondenae) March 22, 2025
“If you want CC top 10 then fine. Her cracking the top-five is pushing it,” another said.
If you want CC top 10 then fine. Her cracking the top-five is pushing it
— Kambui Bomani (@BomaniKambui) March 22, 2025
Caitlin Clark left a mark in women’s basketball, leading Division I in all-time points and bringing the Iowa Hawkeyes to multiple championship appearances. Her accolades earned her a devoted fan base, many of whom believe she ranks among the greatest players at the collegiate level.
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