Indiana Fever’s rookie sensation Caitlin Clark may be a basketball phenomenon, but this past weekend, she’s traded the hardwood for high notes as she dives headfirst into her other passion—Taylor Swift. Yes, this WNBA superstar is more than just a baller; she’s a full-on Swiftie, and she’s letting everyone know, in no uncertain terms, that nothing—not even her rising WNBA fame—comes between her and the Eras Tour.
New Fever head coach Stephanie White has already caught on, comparing Clark’s court presence to Swift’s stage magic. “Caitlin’s the Taylor Swift of women’s basketball,” White declared, though she wisely refrained from singing any Swift lyrics. The comparison seems fitting: both command massive followings, make headlines for days, and neither can go unnoticed.
Clark kicked off her Eras escapade with flair, spending night one swapping friendship bracelets with fellow fans, a tradition that’s swept Swift’s tour like wildfire. For night two, however, Caitlin issued a no-disturbance policy to her team, cheekily reminding them that some things are just more important.
In a perfect Clark moment, the Fever’s social media team shared a reel celebrating her stellar rookie season, tagging her with a “Thanks for the memories” sentiment. Clark, meanwhile, was blissfully in concert mode, replying with her signature wit: “Busy at Eras tour, thanks for tag tho.” Translation: I’m here for Taylor, not for timeline highlights.
This weekend likely marks Clark’s last shot at seeing Swift for a while, and she’s seizing it. Her devotion to Swift’s music has become part of her game-day prep, giving fans reason to believe that Taylor’s lyrics may be the secret weapon to her fearless shots from deep.
As for the Fever? They’ll just have to wait until the Swift-induced glow fades. Clark has priorities, and if “basketball can wait” is her motto this weekend, the Fever would be wise to let it ride.