Who said basketball players can’t enjoy a little PDA? Caitlin Clark and her beau, Connor McCaffery, just turned up the heat on Instagram this Girlfriend’s Day, leaving fans swooning and slightly envious.
On August 1, marking this year’s Girlfriend’s Day, McCaffery dropped an intimate snapshot of the lovebirds on his Instagram. And why not? With Clark on her mid-season Olympic break from the WNBA, she’s got all the time in the world to bask in the glow of young love.
After an electrifying first half of the season, Clark is hitting pause, letting her body and soul unwind. This break is crucial before she returns to her debut season with the Indiana Fever, a team fans are impatiently waiting to see her light up again.
Taking to social media, the duo posted a picturesque moment on a boat, living the dream many can only fantasize about. Clark, one of basketball’s rising stars, is showing us that even athletes need some R&R.
McCaffery, working as a team assistant for the Indiana Pacers, and Clark, who’ve been an item since 2023 (thanks, People Magazine for the scoop), celebrated their first anniversary this past April. They flooded Instagram with heartfelt messages, solidifying their status as a basketball power couple.
But it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. Caitlin Clark’s absence from the USA women’s basketball team has caused quite a stir. The team, boasting a 3-0 record in international competitions, has been on fire. Their latest victory against Belgium, led by Breanna Stewart and A’ja Wilson, was impressive. Stewie dropped 26 points and grabbed seven rebounds, while Wilson’s double-double of 23 points and 13 rebounds sealed the deal. Despite the team’s star-studded lineup, ticket sales for their game against Germany have been… well, less than stellar.
The New York Times’ Juliet Macur reported the game’s struggle to sell tickets, even with a “special offer” of just 24 Euros for any seat in the house. Apparently, Clark’s absence is a big deal. Who knew one player’s presence could make or break ticket sales?
The social media post regarding these ticket woes has mysteriously vanished, but the message was clear. Fans want Caitlin Clark, and they’ll hold onto their wallets until she’s back on the court.
Clark’s magnetism is undeniable. From her college days to her rookie season in the WNBA, she’s drawn fans in droves. So, while she’s out enjoying her boat rides with McCaffery, the basketball world eagerly awaits her return.
So here’s to Caitlin Clark and Connor McCaffery – may your love story continue to make us all a little jealous and a lot entertained!
