It seems Caitlin Clark is taking her competitive spirit beyond the basketball court this off-season. With her WNBA peers diving into leagues to stay sharp and boost income, Clark is exploring the green hills of the golf course, giving her love for golf some serious time to shine. And if you thought Clark was intense on the hardwood, just wait until you see her on the fairway.
During a recent practice session with former LPGA player Martha Foyer-Faulconer, Clark showed off her remarkable knack for picking up new skills. The 22-year-old WNBA star—known for draining three-pointers—didn’t take long to adjust her swing, leaving her coach pleasantly surprised. “It’s part of her DNA because she’s going to do things well,” Foyer-Faulconer told Golfweek. “She’s very driven and passionate. It’s fun to work with her.”
Apparently, Clark started off with wedges, getting the basics down with short shots before switching to her driver. According to her coach, those balls were soon sailing down the fairway with precision. Imagine being a golf ball and realizing your fate lies in the hands of one of basketball’s fiercest competitors. Clark might just treat golf like her three-point game: distance no issue, power in abundance, and a habit of aiming straight for the target.
She’s gearing up to play in the pro-am at The Annika, a top-tier LPGA event hosted by legend Annika Sorenstam, alongside big names like Nelly Korda. With her competitive drive and the guidance of a seasoned coach, Clark is likely to bring her signature game face—even if the stakes this time are less about slam dunks and more about birdies.
As she dials in her swing, fans and critics alike are getting a fresh look at the dual-sport star Clark may soon become. So while her basketball career is far from over, don’t be surprised if she starts giving pro golfers a run for their money, one precisely hit shot at a time.
