Caitlin Clark talks being 1st pick of 2024 WNBA draft

The University of Iowa star was selected by the Indiana Fever after an amazing college season that has changed women's sports.
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[@BGee-no3uv]

I'm 90 years old and a big sports enthusiast. This has been the very first time I watched women's college basketball, thanks to the Caitlin Clark phenomenon. And, yes, I'll tune in the WNBA.

[@trutel16]

god bless 🙏

[@BrodRien-li5uu]

Same this might be the first wnba draft class that I follow and watch games

[@trhansen3244]

The WNBA will put an end to her. She deserves much better.

[@infam0usP]

you're not that big of a women basketball enthusiast if it took her to get you to tune in. Kim Mulkey and Dawn Staley were great players before they ever became coaches, Sue Bird / Diana Taurasi have been 2 of the best U Conn players Geno coached in the 2010s, S Carolina Lady Gamecocks dominance in the Dawn Staley coaching era, etc

[@BrodRien-li5uu]

@@infam0usP he literally said he’s a big SPORTS ENTHUSIAST you dork. In the first sentence he says it’s his first time watching women’s basketball in 90 years. You’re a clown

[@AlexMoonrize]

She is the perfect role model for kids. She’s smart, humble, classy and genuine.

[@Benwood1900]

😅😅😅😅😅 Still no college Championship Ring 😅.

[@edross2826]

Our society needs more women like her in the WNBA. Our young girls need this.

[@user-xr1de2dm9i]

Only 3 out of 24 players in the 2024 NBA all star game won a championship in college ​@@Benwood1900

[@denniskaramitros216]

​@@Benwood1900doesn't matter

[@denniskaramitros216]

​ Only haters like you think that's important to consider her the greatest individual ever

[@alegna_ennazus]

Her 3rd grade teacher appearance is adorable 😊

[@mr.ks.7083]

And those legs!!!

[@jarrettreynolds4560]

Idk that many 3rd grade teacher’s that wear mini skirts.

[@thedarkside6023]

​@@jarrettreynolds4560 2:24

[@alegna_ennazus]

​@@jarrettreynolds4560tf?

[@Locd4life707]

That's beautiful! I'm a former teacher and it's great coming from a small town. I'm almost 60 & from time to time I still run into my teachers, coaches who impacted my life. I check on my kindergarten teacher who would spy on me in my teens. 😆 🤣 😂 I run into my former students & their parents. We get paid very little. But the joy of seeing your students prosper it the greatest reward! ❤️ 👍 🏆

[@You2be4life]

Caitlin is everywhere! Hopefully she takes a few days off to decompress and relax before the WNBA in less than a month.

[@kentuckylucky5762]

And team usa olympics

[@kerronhackshaw3632]

Yea apparently it's her consolation tour for failing to win another championship not even the actual champions are getting this much airtime,I'm surprised they ain't invite her to the white house for losing again but yea ignore the black champions so the great yt hope don't look as bad

[@Benwazworld]

@@kerronhackshaw3632 Would you say the same thing for Luka ?

[@Ryyian]

Go away 🤡​ this is not about black and white it's about greatness@@kerronhackshaw3632

[@kyleelsbernd7566]

@@kerronhackshaw3632 Teams win, not individuals. Bunch of local IA and midwestern girls, she was the only five star recruit. They did well.

[@ArtInTheWild24]

Representing the State of Iowa! We love you Caitlin! Thank you for the memories and congrats on all your accomplishments! Keep going! We can’t wait to come watch you in Indiana! Forever and always Go Hawks! 🖤💛

[@BuckyBarnesATL]

I’m from Cleveland and even we have been watching her games. We’re Fever fans now too 🙂

[@kyleelsbernd7566]

@@BuckyBarnesATL Gabbie Marshall from Ohio. Whole team of Midwestern girls.

[@TubenIt83]

Go Hawks!

[@joedaquisto]

I’ve never ever felt this excited about Women’s basketball but Caitlin is such an entertaining player to watch!

[@hawkeyegirl2003]

So proud of you, Caitlin!

[@user-ux7ud7vw4f]

Caitlin, we will always have your back here in Iowa, good luck in the future!

[@1891kmk]

No u don’t

[@odinson810]

I'm 53 years old and b4 this ncaa tournament I had watch a grand total of 2 minutes of women's basketball in that 53 years but this year I watched 7-8 games because of C. Clark. And while watching I also learned a lot about the other players and look forward to seeing them play at the next level.

[@bodeandigs]

You missed out on a lot friend. Before Caitlyn was the Hype Paige Beuckers was in those shoes until she got hurt. It's gonna be amazing in the WNBA now. Those players with the big names who play lazy accept for a few will now have to play ball. Should be really fun to watch. No free passes Womens college BBall is loaded with talent and and spunky players coming to the Draft.. I really hope WNBA embraces this new breed of womens BBall players. I did 4 years ago. I don't even watch mens hoops anymore unless its T Jass on you tube breaking ankles.

[@VeraxMusic]

Glad to hear, hope you watch more than 7 games next year ;)

[@chuckroberts3873]

What a nice change from all the crazy news nowadays. Caitlin and these recently drafted ladies have lifted my spirits. I'm 76 and never thought I'd be watching women's basketball. I'm looking forward to watching more.

[@Redworc86]

She is going to change the wnba. She has already made a huge impact and she hasn’t played a single game yet. She is something special.

[@christophersantiago6845]

This draft class and next year's with Paige Bueckers are a huge turning point in WNBA. The next decade will be defined by this group.

[@jamesbriggs6364]

She will get shut down in the WNBA just like she got shut down in the finals 🤣

[@Redworc86]

@user-hb6ot5vf1i South Carolina had a team. Iowa had one player

[@JudithTheROSE]

@@jamesbriggs6364insecure and jealous

[@pace348]

Overrated

[@phillipcotton833]

Glad she's getting the recognition that she deserves. Women's basketball on ALL levels is under a giant spotlight thanks to Caitlin 👏 👏.

[@Benwood1900]

Say no to drugs 😅😅😅😅.

[@phillipcotton833]

@@Benwood1900 your mirror told you no lies 👌

[@MichaelSevilla97]

​@@Benwood1900he said facts he's not doing drugs you are empty headed 🤡 ✌️

[@MichaelSevilla97]

so true clark will change the sport forever

[@joeharris1717]

Great moment. Happy for you. But honestly, the most emotionally moment of the evening was hearing Kate Martin’s name called!

[@kathyshea2444]

We love Kate..rooting for her as well as Caitlin

[@ryanciani3324]

I’ve been a fan of her for only 2 months but have watched every game of the season. Good for her. This is gonna be the first time for me watching the wnba and I can’t wait

[@samcisneros7044]

I'm a 65 year-old basketball fan from Southern California, and I can't wait to get my Caitlin Clark jersey.

[@mshotcounselor]

But when black woken played all this time u didn’t give a shit about women’s basketball… stfu

[@brianb2023]

I cannot believe how much interest I have had with women's basketball and the draft 🙈🙈🙈🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@HannahDisponett]

I know, same with me...and im not even an Iowan

[@mshotcounselor]

@@HannahDisponettonly because she’s a white woman and bc yall hate Reese. Guess what this MAN looking Caitlyn Jenner has no rings , lost two championships back to back and most of yall who love her are just Angel Reese haters who are racist af 😂

[@kmunson007]

Same!

[@MichaelSevilla97]

​@@HannahDisponettexactly same here caitlin will change the league forever

[@HannahDisponett]

@@MichaelSevilla97, AGREED!!

[@audreybowles6357]

Caitlin is going to have the time of her life in the WNBA. She'll settle in just fine and will be great! Congratulations. Looking forward seeing her working well with Aliyah and the rest of the Fever.

[@jamesbriggs6364]

Watch more basketball 🏀🤣

[@johncherks9116]

​@@jamesbriggs6364trolling ass clown

[@MichaelSevilla97]

​@@jamesbriggs6364🤡🤡🤡🤡✌️

[@alegna_ennazus]

Caitlin Clark is simply amazing 🎉❤

[@lisadondlinger3138]

Hawkeye Nation will love you forever, Caitlin! Go be great!

[@RedFlower34]

She is smart, has good mic skills and can answer live interviews like just nothing. Caitlyn clark looks will be a good leader in the future. In the politics or Wnba someday.

[@Biggdoom344]

Definitely. She could run for governor of Iowa tomorrow and win.

[@RedFlower34]

@@Biggdoom344 Yes. Possible someday. A Mayoral or governor, still fits her. Hehe

[@ronniearciga8643]

I'm avid fans of Caitlin Clark(former Iowa number 22 point guard) from Philippines 💪🏻🇵🇭❤️🇺🇲

[@brotherjohnwaynecausey]

I'm so very proud of you Catlin Clark of basketball 🏀 career and l pray as you open up a new career in the wnba l pray that you will have a great career in the wnba

[@imaloserdude7227]

I bought my Fever #22 jersey last night after the pick. Indiana just got a Sparks fan. And I got WNBA League Pass so I can watch CC play.

[@Juke582]

Except she is not nr 22 anymore 😮

[@ForrestGump1212]

You are just one of the many thousands of new WNBA fans on the bandwagon 🤣😝

[@ziebs26]

@@Juke582 - yes she is.

[@denniskaramitros216]

​@@Juke582She's twenty two until next january twenty second

[@judgejurylw1026]

You don't need a WNBA Pass, the games are televised on ESPN, its been that way for ever.

[@sjay2177]

Congrats Caitlin! Love seeing Lindsay on GMA

[@MrTerrrrible]

U watch GMA? U woke weirdo. Stay away from kids!

[@wisethabrain1100]

Her teammates showing luv is crazy 🔥🔥🔥

[@_kimjonguntv]

As a crazy basketball fan who watched the games for 30 years ever since from MJ, I see this is the start of the legendary march. Your name will be next to MJ for sure.

[@mark11967AD]

She’s tremendous. Courageous, classy, honest. What more could you ask for? Best of luck in the WNBA.

[@brettgoucher8783]

Secretariat, Babe Ruth, Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, and now yes Caitlin Clark Changed their sport for the better in a historic lifetime way

[@RP-pc6ji]

You left out the most significant game-changer of all: Wayne Gretzky.

[@Biggdoom344]

@@RP-pc6jinah. Tiger Woods was the most impactful. Hockey had great players before, so did the NBA. Woods in his prime made the final day of whatever he was playing the highest rated show that day. Golfers started making a ton more money and attendance shot through the roof.

[@robertdavezac]

@@Biggdoom344 You do know that fantasy players had to draft Gretzky (assists) separate from Gretzky (goals) because otherwise there was no point to playing, right? And that hockey is a team sport while golf is an individual one?

[@bjsc25]

Us gentlemen of culture had no idea cait had legs like that 😮😮😮

[@mshotcounselor]

She’s a man

[@angelalange2487]

Wonderful interview with an exceptional Iowan with some of my favorite GMA people! 💛

[@twowheelseatingmeals-motoj8080]

Professional, well-spoken and talented! This could be the start of the new wave for WNBA

[@jgomez5963]

I see Caitlyn Clark I click

[@charlier711]

Caitlin for President! I'd vote for you over the other two :)

[@jimkelehan1366]

Caitlin is a very special person. We won’t see another one like her for a long time!

[@robertacampbell5382]

Way 2 go Catlin. U r a great representative 4 women everywhere. Talented, humble, intelligent, great team player and leader, professional, not filled with hate and jealousy. U totally r a great role model for young girls to look up at and folliw your lead. God is proud of what u r doing with the lufe u were given.

[@minnipearls3633]

I’m from Iowa. She’s the real deal. I’m can’t wait to see what the future holds for her .

[@korindaeastwood5817]

I am from Iowa and we are so proud of her!!!!!

[@huntsimple9527]

Let's be honest. Why is she the ONE that has transformed women's basketball? Why not some other great player before her? She brings an entire package that no other player has EVER brought before. Some have had parts of the package, but not all of the parts. She is a great player, an magnetic personality, she's pretty, she's smart and witty. She is confident yet humble and on and on. Some before her have had part of those qualities, but not all of them. It is that simple.

[@Biggdoom344]

You left out Caucasian and straight. All that adds up to being extremely marketable in a woman’s sport known for players that look and act like men.

[@lawrencedaniels555]

Pretty? C'mon that's a stretch

[@lawrencedaniels555]

Clark is not better than Maya Moore, Candace Parker, Sue Bird or Delle Donne coming out of college. She is popular because the media latched on because of the shooting range. When you really look at her game you realize it's limited. She can shoot and pass. She only shoots from the right side. She is only effective going right. She has no defense and can be neutralized by players with quick feet.

[@huntsimple9527]

@@lawrencedaniels555 Certainly "pretty" is in the eye of the beholder. Make sure you compare her to other women basketball players when she has her full makeup on.

[@lawrencedaniels555]

@huntsimple9527 That's true but I don't know what you're looking at. When I look at Clark I don't see pretty. She has masculine features as does a lot of women basketball players. She acts way more feminine than she looks. Clark has no hips, no boobies, broad shoulders and an overly pronounced lump in her throat. Her feet in high heels looks unnatural.

[@Locd4life707]

Much respect to Caitlin and her amazing accomplishments. I look forward to seeing her in the WNBA. But why don't the media give Dawn Staley and South Carolina coverage on an undefeated season and National Championship Title. They had to replace 5 starters due to them going pro. Put some respect on the South Carolina team and coach historic season!!!!!!!!!

[@seanthompson1197]

It's because no women's basketball team ever gets much attention, regardless of their accomplishments. WNBA or collegiate. This attention started because of a classic "Great White Hope" situation. Everyone loves an underdog, but White Conservatives in particular want to see white people do well in basketball (because black people dominate the sport despite being only 15% of the population). Caitlin is a white, non problematic(to them that means doesn't make left leaning public comments), straight, Catholic, no tattoos, from the midwest, "girl next door" type. The thing is, they might be watching and supporting because they are bigots deep down, but the potential revenue from them can benefit everyone in the WNBA. Even the Black LGBTQ+ players that they dislike. Its a win for all the women players. Hopefully this can help the league as a whole get some higher pay.

[@Locd4life707]

The league is still young and has a long way to go. But I can say for myself that these young girls are way more advanced in their skills, in comperision to the player's in my day. And I'm love seeing the game and players evolving! I wish them all the best, I think this is the greatest class of 1st round player's the WNBA has had, since the start of the league!

[@JasonSchroeder-in3vs]

I’m a lifelong Iowa resident and Hawkeye fan. Props to SC for their undefeated and dominant season! I hope someday Iowa can be a destination for the 4 and 5 star players but I’m not holding my breath. NCAAW only has a few top dog schools that always get the best recruits. Iowa crashed the private giving fans like me to see “how the other half lives” for once, lol.

[@Biggdoom344]

@@seanthompson1197I don’t think it’s just conservatives tuning in. She has the total package regarding marketability. Superstar talent, Caucasian, not all tattooed up or with piercings, from the Midwest, played on a non traditional power, doesn’t get in trouble, easy interview, humble, non political, feminine, good looking, intelligent, heterosexual. In short..she is very different…something that has never been seen before.

[@Locd4life707]

​@Biggdoom344 We've had other's but who were smart intelligent, and marketable. Oh you did realize they were African Amercan though. LOL. Caitlin is great but let's be honest about it. The media is controlled & reports what they are told to report!!!!!!!!!

[@everettwhitegoat3414]

Going to watch the games, never cared to check scores, but I'll be watching this chick and how she effects the game

[@BuckyBarnesATL]

This is amazing. I’m from Cleveland and a huge basketball fan. I was there for the 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers parade and let’s just say basketball‘s been my number one love then the Cleveland Browns of course, but they always break my heart 😂 I’m so happy to see this and I hope it brings more attention to the WNBA. Let’s go Caitlin!! I’m officially a Fever Fan!

[@1lovisions355]

That parade was epic! There was so much love in the city that day.

[@Joaquin-227]

Caitlin Clark in my opinion, is like the Beatles coming to America.

[@miketess3358]

Caitlin's first WNBA game is going to break records.

[@Biggdoom344]

Attendance records..definitely.

[@walterlv01]

I really never thought I'd see the day that a women's basketball player (a college player no less up until yesterday) would be one of the most universally recognized athletes in America.

[@Boomdizzle99]

GO CAITLIN!!!! I will def be watching her games. I cant wait to see what she does at the pro level! Much success to her. Love her confidence

[@williamwyckoff2441]

Awesome to see the support on the floor in Indiana!

[@sh09un1]

Her rookie contract is the same salary as some entry level IT jobs, it's ridiculous. What she's going to bring to the league is going to change all of that. New fans/exciting games = more viewership = more sponsors/network TV deals = more money. She'll get paid regardless from a Nike deal and other endorsements, but her presents in the league will set a new precedence for what these athletes will get paid and that's huge going forward. She has the league on her shoulders and hasn't even played a game yet.

[@frankchan5547]

I bet that CC will have a shoe line with her brand very soon plus marketing will go into overdrive one season starts. She truly is a generational star

[@lawrencedaniels555]

Most college grads would be happy making $80,000 out of college with no debt and it's only for the Summer and 36 games plus playoffs. That's why it can't be compared to the NBA. Even when the game grows, she might not make more that $1 million a year and that's if she's a superstar.

[@stevenguyen5043]

She the best players best person ever seen..

[@Paul-wu7xd]

She's not the best "players" because she's only 1 person. And she's not "best person ever seen" there are people that might have contributed to the world at a greater capacity then just putting a ball in the hoop.

[@JudithTheROSE]

@@Paul-wu7xdjealous

[@HannahDisponett]

She doesn't just "put the ball in the hoop", she also assists, rebounds and steals. But yall haters don't think about that. And FYI Steven made a typo, that's supposed to say "she is one of the best players..." Stop being jealous of greatness.

[@TaiyouArt]

@@Paul-wu7xd jealous

[@debbaedke3170]

So excited to see what's in store for Caitlin as a member of the Fever. Go crush it! 😊

[@bodeandigs]

Filling the shoes of a couple greats,, Tamika Catchings and Michelle Miller

[@bodeandigs]

Congratulations Caitlyn..Been watching since you and Paige since you picked your schools (or they picked you). You ladies are phenomenal Athletes.

[@user-ov6fv3qr2n]

It's good you know your abilities so well, just remember pride goeth before a fall

[@gr8finds196]

Well it looks like I'm watching some WNBA games this season. I like she was picked by Indiana. What better state for her to be in. Basketball country. 🏀

[@bjp1958]

Welcome to Indiana!

[@ilocanodetoy2225]

I already stopped watching NBA since Kobe left only Luka I watched now on highlights not full game, now Clark might makes me watch full game of WNBA.

[@Supernova-lc2yf]

Nobody: CC: *The Biggest thing* lmao every interview with her I've heard that 😅, the fact the stadium was full for a DRAFT PARTY is insane

[@terratrodder]

I didn't really care about basketball at any level until this past season but do to the exciting games with Caitlin I ended up watching the last half of Iowa's season. Also UConn with Paige. Just exciting, high action games! I've never watched a WNBA game either, but I will now. :D

[@80sruler]

I enjoy the positive comments which is unlike most KZbin videos

[@kennywood6434]

She's a badass on the court AND she's smokin' hot!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@lyrikalinyoswiminpoo]

Angel Reese had her press run last year. Now it’s Caitlin Clark’s turn..

[@Hellfurian1972]

Call me smitten...beauty and talent with a fierce spirit. A paragon of perfection.

[@sofiafrances427]

Someone let this gal sleep she’s been everywhere

[@mitchblackmore5230]

Wow, articulate, well spoken, mature, classy. She's a marketer's dream.

[@terrymiddleton]

Yeah, that was a great interview. Thanks GMA!

[@anthonybroadnax4987]

Take my training wheels off!! 😂😂😂😂 She’s a friggin beast. I love the Midwest. Go CC!

[@shawncosmos5431]

With her great cheery attitude I’d think the world of her if she was just my CPA!!!!! Awesome young lady!!!!

[@VincentGordon-ev6sy]

CC you gonna change the Wnba !!!! You are God sent !! You and AR🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@usuhbi]

She's alot of fun to watch. Reminds me of the Golden State warriors back in 2014.

[@Cwildyoutube]

I hope she continues paving the way for young women every where.

[@tootsx8675]

So excited to see her play for the fever. 🥳

[@onipepperonni2088]

she is very fluent! wow!

[@koolflows7581]

Caitlin Clark is a megastar

[@Gladiator_88888]

Best Wishes to Caitlin for the journey ahead

[@PRAISEMYLORDJESUS]

Those women deserve to be paid so much more than they are paid. I still hope that people will really start to pay attention to them and watch them. They were really really hard great sportswomen

[@jerryleeelvisberryrichard6247]

Go Indiana Fever! Go Caitlin!

[@michaeltheewolf]

I think she is ready and she is going to do extremely well!

[@donwhite8395]

We should all pray She stays healthy. Done of the WNBA players jealous of her but they Don't realise when their team plays her team the Fever those stadiums might be sold out so they should appreciate it and not get too jealous. Now is the time for them to get noticed too so appreciate she is selling out stadiums.

[@JoChi-zd4rd]

Yeah, she earned and worked hard for all those respect.

[@PillarOfAutumns]

She is one of the few woman that is more beautiful without makeup on the court! Don’t get me wrong she does look amazing with makeup on but damn

[@colton4261]

She's one of the greatest for sure!

[@jeffreyknight3884]

Good luck Caitlin Clark, you're an amazing woman.

[@marshaeat8]

Last year i did not know one single women's name in the WNBA...i have followed this class of girls for the last few years in college. How cool to see them get drafted. This is a special group of women. Caitlin Clark has done what no other women's player has done yet for the WNBA. Put a face on it...good on her. We'll see not only that she's an awesome player on the court, we're going to find out she a big heart. Huge FAN! Congrats to all the ladies, new fan of the WNBA! Go Fever!!!!!

[@fry5family]

We started watching NCAAW / CC when she started breaking records this year. We look forward now to watching our first ever WNBA games as we follow CC in the "bigs".

[@forever1909]

Great kid

[@scruffd0g193]

Caitlin is simply amazing.

[@KennethJLave]

Ooh yeah, she got drafted by the Indiana Fever.. I live 45 minutes from Indianapolis! See you at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Caitlin! 🏀👍

[@timzhang-pe1xi]

This blue dress looks much better than the white dress she wore at the draft night.

[@kylewood8327]

Congrats, well deserved!

[@jenb.6733]

Congratulations CC 🎉

[@thiccpotato1147]

She’s so pretty and confident. Me and my daughter are gonna be seeing some fever games soon :) she seems like a good role model for young women.

[@eddieormerod5062]

It is just awesome she’s playing for Indiana Fever she’s definitely one of the best! Could be WNBA champions are Indiana Fever?

[@juligrlee556]

Caitlin Clark is a great person. We all could follow her thoughts that she uses on herself. Play the game. It's a game so keep smiling and enjoy it. Focus on your own game and not on the referees or the game of the opponents. You stand tallest when you know who you are and what you bring to the game. I wish politicians would live like this.

[@nathaliechannel4890]

Congrats idol. Gooooo caitlin

[@EetsBack]

That moment didn’t change Caitlin’s life it changed the WNBA’s life.

[@nas84payne]

She’ll be the face of the WNBA and the impact she’s already made for womens basketball is unbelievable. Good luck to her.

[@user-iq6cc3df3l]

You go girl.

[@SirGenesis206]

I hope she is exactly what WNBA needs. Her and this class of girls are special.

[@megalon73]

Caitlin is the Best for sure. God love her.

[@__tonks__aba9398]

Congratulations Caitlin!!

[@de1738]

Congrats🎉

[@lasersauceretroarchives6544]

This is good for the sport. Not just shes a great player. But she's a role model for kids!