Move over, Rory McIlroy—Caitlin Clark might just take your spot on the leaderboard… or at least your spot in golf highlight reels. The WNBA Rookie of the Year turned heads—not just basketball heads but golf heads too—during her swing-tastic outing at the Annika Driven by Gainbridge Pro-Am in Belleair, Florida. Hosted by the legendary Annika Sorenstam, the event featured Clark not just blending in but standing out like a neon golf ball in a bunker.
Clark strutted her stuff alongside the crème de la crème of golf: world No. 1 Nelly Korda on the front nine and the queen herself, Annika Sorenstam, on the back nine. You’d think being sandwiched between these icons would dim her shine, but nope—Caitlin decided to go full “main character” mode, stealing the show with her every move.
And let’s not forget her Instagram mic-drop moment. The Fever star shared a highlight reel of her golfing escapades, and her teammate Aliyah Boston couldn’t resist chiming in with, “Your golf highlight tape >>>” A simple comment, yet so loaded with approval, one could almost hear the clapping emojis.
When Basketball Meets Golf, Crowds Follow
Clark didn’t just hit the green; she brought her fanbase with her. The event reportedly saw a surge in attendance, proving that her star power transcends hardwood courts and bleachers. Fans flocked to see if she’d sink a putt, chip it close, or maybe just break into a celebratory golf clap after nailing a shot. Spoiler: she nailed plenty.
Her offseason golf adventures have been a wholesome pivot, giving basketball fans something to cheer for during downtime. But don’t get too excited about a potential LPGA switch—Clark’s future on the green is more “friendly competition” than “professional ambition.”
“No, I’ve practiced a little bit… Everybody thought I was serious. I was not serious,” Clark said, clarifying her earlier jest about becoming a pro golfer. “I love it. I love being outside and making it competitive with my friends.” Translation: Don’t look for her on the PGA Tour anytime soon.
Aliyah Boston: The Loyal Teammate, the Hype Queen
While Clark was busy breaking hearts and sand traps, her Indiana Fever teammate Aliyah Boston kept things spicy in the comments section. The WNBA All-Star couldn’t resist hyping up Clark’s swing, proving that good teammates support you whether you’re draining threes or sinking putts.
But Boston has her own plans brewing. She’s gearing up for the Unrivaled Basketball League, where she’ll be coached by Teresa Weatherspoon and team up with stars like Arike Ogunbowale and Rhyne Howard. Clearly, these Fever teammates are dominating in their own lanes—or should we say greens.
Clark’s Favorite Golfer? The King of Clutch
Clark revealed her golf idol during the LPGA Women’s Leadership Summit, citing Rory McIlroy as her favorite golfer. Not a bad pick, considering McIlroy’s trophy cabinet rivals that of an Olympic gymnast. Four major championships, three FedEx Cups, and enough PGA wins to make even Tiger Woods nod in approval.
Still, Clark’s performance on the court is just as awe-inspiring. With a rookie season that saw her averaging 19.2 points, 8.4 assists (the league’s best), and 5.7 rebounds, she’s already cementing her legacy. Oh, and she set rookie records for single-season assists and single-game assists (19!). So yeah, golf might just be her side hustle.
A Star With No Boundaries
From basketball courts to golf greens, Caitlin Clark is showing that her star power knows no bounds. Whether she’s draining long-range shots or hitting long-range drives, she’s capturing hearts, headlines, and a whole lot of “what can’t she do” murmurs.
Aliyah Boston said it best: “Your golf highlight tape >>>” And honestly, we couldn’t agree more.
