Known Caitlin Clark critic Sheryl Swoopes seemed to have had a change in tone recently as she praised the Indiana Fever for the roster work it has done during the offseason, even predicting that the improvements in the franchise would bring them to a championship.
In a video by ESPNW on TikTok, Sheryl Swoopes talked about the recent roster improvements that the Indiana Fever has worked on, all to build a better team around their star player Caitlin Clark.
“The team I feel made the biggest moves, maybe even the best moves, that would be the Indiana Fever,” Swoopes said. “I think the Indiana Fever went from being in the playoffs last season to potentially winning a championship… I’m excited to see what they’re going to do.”
When talking about the part about the Indiana Fever that she is most excited about, Swoopes turned to Clark, who she acknowledged had been training hard during the offseason.
“How much stronger Caitlin got in the offseason. You know she was in the gym working on her game.”
WNBA legend and three-time MVP Sheryl Swoopes has been critical of rising women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark. Swoopes has questioned Clark’s accomplishments, including her record-breaking college career, and expressed skepticism about accolades such as the TIME Athlete of the Year award.
Swoopes has recently clarified her position, acknowledging that some of her comments may have been taken the wrong way. She clarified that she respects Clark’s influence on the game and her ability to advance women’s basketball.
Caitlin Clark Athlete Card Sold for Over $300,000
Caitlin Clark recently broke the record for the most expensive women’s athlete card ever sold, which was previously held by tennis legend Serena Williams.
Clark’s 2024 Panini Prizm WNBA Gold Vinyl rookie card has set a historic milestone by selling for an unprecedented $366,000, making it the most expensive women’s athlete card ever and surpassing the previous record held by a Serena Williams card.
This one-of-a-kind, 1-of-1 card not only features Clark’s autograph and a perfect grading but also symbolizes the meteoric rise of women’s sports memorabilia as collectors and fans alike recognize the immense talent and marketability of female athletes. Beyond its astronomical price, the card reflects the shifting landscape of sports collectibles where record-breaking performances on the court directly translate into investment-grade assets.
The record-breaking sale of Caitlin Clark’s memorabilia signifies a pivotal moment in women’s sports, emphasizing its increasing financial and cultural significance. This achievement paves the way for greater recognition and future landmarks in the expanding market for women’s athletic memorabilia.
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