Caitlin Clark, the WNBA sensation known for hitting logo threes, is now turning her attention to something far less familiar: hitting the green. And not just any green—Clark is preparing for the upcoming Annika Driven by Gainbridge Pro-Am in Belleair, Florida, where she’ll be rubbing elbows with World No. 1 Nelly Korda and LPGA legend Annika Sorenstam.
No big deal, right? Just another day in the life of a multi-sport phenom.
From Sinking Threes to Slicing Drives
Before you ask—no, Clark hasn’t ditched basketball for golf just yet. But after a recent TikTok video nearly broke the internet (she almost aced a shot, naturally), it’s clear she’s got raw talent. However, as every beginner golfer learns the hard way, talent alone doesn’t prevent slices. Enter former LPGA pro Martha Foyer-Faulconer, who’s been whipping Clark’s swing into shape at Crooked Stick Golf Club in Carmel, Indiana.
Foyer-Faulconer, who teed off on the LPGA Tour back in the late ‘80s, is blown away by how quickly Clark can adapt. “Within the time we were working, we saw some drastic changes,” she said, probably wondering if there’s anything the WNBA Rookie of the Year can’t pick up in minutes.
“I Just Want to Kill It!” – Clark’s Golf Philosophy
While most rookies would be satisfied with improving their short game, Clark has her eyes on a bigger prize: obliterating golf balls off the tee like she’s launching 30-footers at the buzzer. “Oh, I just want to kill it,” she reportedly told Foyer-Faulconer—because who cares about finesse when you can bomb it down the fairway?
But even the queen of basketball needed to slow down a bit. Instead of sending drivers into orbit, Foyer-Faulconer had Clark focusing on wedges. Baby steps, Caitlin. Turns out, Clark adjusted so quickly, it was like “pushing a button,” said her coach.
That competitive edge Clark has on the court? Yeah, it’s alive and well on the fairway.
Golf Home? Maybe. MVP Golfer? One Step at a Time.
Clark’s love for golf isn’t just a passing offseason hobby. She’s so hooked that she’s even shopping around for a “golf home” in Indiana. Apparently, being the franchise player for the Indiana Fever isn’t enough—she’s eyeing the Hoosier State’s greens, too.
But let’s not get ahead of ourselves. While the basketball legend-in-the-making jokes about turning pro in golf during the offseason, the WNBA can rest easy. Caitlin Clark isn’t going anywhere—yet.
Lessons with Legends: Prepping for the Pro-Am
As Clark preps to tee off alongside Nelly Korda and Annika Sorenstam—two players who have basically mastered the golf universe—she’s soaking up all the tips from Foyer-Faulconer like a sponge. Her dedication isn’t just limited to basketball. “It’s part of her DNA,” her coach says. Clark’s relentless drive to excel at whatever she touches isn’t surprising. It’s just how she’s wired.
So, will Caitlin Clark bring the same fire to the Pro-Am that she brings to the court? Will she “kill it” on the green just like she slays in the WNBA? You better believe it.
Who knows, after this pro-am, she might just give Nelly and Annika a run for their money. One thing’s for sure: wherever Caitlin Clark shows up, there’s bound to be fireworks.
