In a shocking turn of events that absolutely no one could have predicted, WNBA sensation Caitlin Clark has uncovered the secret to her sharpshooting prowess: her right eye is, wait for it, dominant! Yes, folks, we can all breathe a collective sigh of relief now that the mystery behind her killer jump shot has been solved—not years of practice, but pure ocular dominance.
As if that revelation wasn’t enough to rock the sports world, Clark is now setting her sights (pun fully intended) on a completely different arena: golf. Because apparently being a basketball superstar isn’t enough these days—you’ve got to dominate the links too. Clark is gearing up for a showdown at the ANNIKA Pro-Am, where she’ll square off against golf royalty like Nelly Korda and the living legend herself, Annika Sorenstam. You know, just casually playing against one of the most decorated golfers in history. No big deal.
Golf Lessons 101: Basketball Edition
In her journey to tackle golf’s nuances, Clark has teamed up with former LPGA player Martha Foyer-Faulconer, who’s been giving her lessons on how to make golf more like basketball. Because why wouldn’t you want to compare draining a three-pointer to a 300-yard drive? Foyer-Faulconer, with all the grace of a seasoned pro, advised Clark to stand further away from the golf ball. Why? Apparently, this simulates basketball mechanics. Sure, because putting and posting up in the paint are practically the same thing.
“It’s also part of her DNA,” Foyer-Faulconer told Golfweek, as if Clark were some sort of alien hybrid of Steph Curry and Tiger Woods. “She’s going to do everything well. She’s driven, passionate, and fun to work with.”
Honestly, we should all be taking notes. It’s clear that if your golf game is suffering, just pretend you’re Steph Curry, and voilà—problem solved.
The Real Showdown: Nelly Korda vs. Caitlin Clark
Now, if you’re wondering whether Clark is taking this whole golf thing seriously—well, of course, she is! “I love golf,” Clark stated in a recent interview, channeling the energy of every dad on a Sunday afternoon. But don’t let the love of the game fool you, she’s out to prove that her competitive fire burns just as hot on the fairway as it does on the hardwood.
The ANNIKA Pro-Am, held from November 11 to 17 at the Pelican Golf Club, will see Clark battling it out with Korda and Sorenstam in what can only be described as the most entertaining pro-am showdown since… well, ever. And while Clark might be the underdog in this golf battle, her fiery determination (and let’s not forget that magical right eye) should make this event one to watch.
What’s Next for Clark?
After this golf adventure, Clark might take up competitive fishing, or who knows, maybe even dabble in curling. One thing’s for sure: she’s not just sticking to basketball. With every new challenge, she seems to discover yet another hidden talent. Whether it’s hitting a 30-foot jumper or a 30-foot putt, Clark is proving that there are no limits to what she can do—especially if she keeps uncovering hidden superpowers like dominant right eyes.
So, while Clark might be new to the world of professional golf, don’t bet against her. After all, she’s already got the right eye for it. Literally.
