Move over, Mount Rushmore—Caitlin Clark just got immortalized in Iowa’s most cherished medium: butter. Yes, you read that right. The WNBA’s rising star now has a buttery doppelgänger that’s making heads turn and stomachs growl at the Iowa State Fair. Forget statues carved out of stone; who needs marble when you’ve got dairy?
Caitlin Clark, who has been breaking ankles on the court and melting hearts off it, is now officially breaking diets, too. The Iowa State Fair, famous for its obsession with turning famous Iowans into lactose-laden landmarks, has outdone itself this time. A life-sized statue of Clark, crafted entirely out of butter, was unveiled, and it’s already drawing crowds faster than you can say “cholesterol.”
For those unfamiliar with Iowa’s quirky love affair with butter (honestly, where have you been?), the fair has a long-standing tradition of celebrating its local heroes with sculptures that are, quite literally, good enough to eat. This year, Caitlin Clark was the chosen one—because nothing says “You’re a big deal” quite like a statue that could double as a 50-pound pancake topping.
Though Clark wasn’t present at the unveiling—probably because she’s busy, you know, being awesome—her presence was definitely felt. You can almost hear the whispers among the crowd: “Is it just me, or is that statue dribbling?” Spoiler: It’s not, but it definitely captures Clark’s cool, unflappable demeanor. It’s the kind of statue that makes you want to ask, “Is this butter for real?”
But let’s not get too carried away with dairy. Clark’s butter statue arrives just in time for her return to the Indiana Fever as the WNBA season gets back into full swing. After a brief Olympic hiatus, Clark is well-rested and ready to serve up assists like they’re hotcakes—because, frankly, that’s what she does best. Currently leading the league in assists and racking up Rookie of the Year votes, Clark is proving that she’s not just a flash in the pan—or, in this case, a smudge on a waffle.
This buttery tribute is just the latest in a series of accolades that have come Clark’s way since she entered the WNBA like a tornado through a cornfield. With a mind-boggling 17.1 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 8.2 assists per game, Clark isn’t just playing the game; she’s redefining it. It’s as if the basketball gods looked down and said, “Let’s give Iowa something to cheer about other than farming.”
The Iowa State Fair’s decision to honor Clark with a butter statue is a testament to how much she means to her home state. Let’s be real—how many rookies get their own statue, let alone one made out of something that could turn your arteries into a traffic jam? Not many. But Clark isn’t just any rookie; she’s a force of nature, and now, she’s a spreadable one.
As the WNBA season resumes, fans are on the edge of their seats—because Caitlin Clark, the girl who made butter cool again, is about to show the world what she’s really made of. And no, it’s not dairy. With a statue, a legion of fans, and a game that’s smoother than a buttered biscuit, Clark is well on her way to becoming a legend. One butter statue at a time.
So, what’s next for Caitlin Clark? Who knows? Maybe a cheese sculpture in Wisconsin? Whatever it is, you can bet it’ll be as unforgettable as a butter statue at the Iowa State Fair. Until then, Caitlin, just keep spreading the love. And the assists.
