“May this be the year you finally find a way to outshoot me,” the WNBA star joked in the caption of her Instagram tribute on July 12.
In a delightful blend of romance and humor, WNBA sensation Caitlin Clark decided to shower her boyfriend, Connor McCaffery, with love and a healthy dose of competitive banter on his 26th birthday. Proving that love and basketball do mix, Clark’s Instagram post on July 13 was anything but ordinary.
“Happy Birthday Con! Celebrating you is easy 🙂 thankful to have someone as selfless and as loving as you in my life🖤,” wrote the Indiana Fever’s finest, kicking off with a heartfelt note before dropping a playful bombshell. “May this be the year you finally find a way to outshoot me 😉 Love you always 🥺🤍.”
Now, for those unfamiliar with McCaffery, he’s not just any guy; he’s an NBA assistant coach for the Indiana Pacers and a former Iowa Hawkeye, just like Clark. His response? Pure gold. “And I’ll keep letting you win those shooting contests!!!!!” he quipped, proving he’s as good-natured off the court as he is on.
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Clark’s post wasn’t just a one-liner wonder; it was a visual treat too. The carousel of black-and-white photos captured the couple’s genuine chemistry and playful nature. From Clark laughing on McCaffery’s lap to the couple sharing a hug on the basketball court, every image told a story. One standout snap featured a mirror selfie with Clark rocking a crop top and combat pants while McCaffery sported a casual dark t-shirt and white pants. The grand finale? A candid shot of McCaffery kissing the back of Clark’s head as she playfully pouted at the camera.
Their love story, which began in April 2023, has been a public affair filled with endearing moments and affectionate tributes. McCaffery’s own anniversary post in April was just as sweet: “One year w the best 🫶🏼 doing life w u has been easy, and you never cease to amaze me.. can’t wait to watch u live out ur dreams in person 🤞🏼 love you ❤️.”
Clark matched his sentiment with her own gushy post: “One year of the best mems w my fav person 🖤 you make everyday better and I can’t wait for many more adventures together… love you 🤞🏻😇.” Their relationship first went Instagram official in August 2023, with a picture-perfect boat outing that Clark captioned, “Best end to summer.”
So, while McCaffery might still be working on his jump shot, he’s already won big in the game of love. And as for Clark, well, she’s clearly got the best of both worlds: a championship heart and a sense of humor that’s a slam dunk.
