The golf event, held at Sea Island Golf Club, Georgia, runs from Nov. 18 to 24, with Clark scheduled to showcase her swing on Nov. 20 at 3:30 p.m. She’ll be teeing off at the Speedway Putting Course behind the Lodge. Now, if you’re wondering whether she’ll hit birdies or just scare the actual birds, you’re not alone.
Golf’s Social Media MVP
Clark’s magic touch isn’t just confined to basketball. Her stint at The Annika pro-am added a staggering 27.3 million impressions to the LPGA’s social media buzz. That’s in addition to the 7 million impressions the LPGA garnered on its own. If the RSM Classic isn’t trending by Thursday, it might be time to check if the internet’s down.
For those counting, Caitlin Clark has done more for golf’s social media reach this year than some seasoned pros. Perhaps PGA organizers should start rethinking their promotional strategies—what’s next, a half-court putting contest?
When Caitlin’s Shots Are Literal
However, Clark’s golfing escapades haven’t been without drama. At The Annika, she accidentally hit a fan with one of her golf shots. Yes, the same Caitlin Clark who threads passes through triple coverage also managed to “assist” an unsuspecting fan’s shoulder—unintentionally, of course.
The fan, who walked away with a golf ball, an apology, and a blossoming blood clot, turned the incident into a TikTok moment. “When I got up at 4:30 this morning, I didn’t expect to give Caitlin an assist,” the fan joked in her video, proudly displaying her badge of honor (read: bruise). Now that’s dedication to sports fandom.
What to Expect
While golf might not be Clark’s primary gig, her uncanny ability to steal the show is worth the watch. Whether she’s draining putts or narrowly avoiding putting spectators in harm’s way, the 2023 WNBA MVP is bound to make her presence felt.
So, if you’re near Sea Island Golf Club today, keep an eye out for Caitlin Clark—and maybe bring a helmet. After all, when Clark’s in the house, you never know whether she’ll land an eagle or accidentally give you one of her infamous “assists.”
Will she dominate the putting green the way she dominates the paint? Or will her golf clubs deliver more plot twists than a reality TV show? Tune in to find out.
And just in case: Fore!