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Sophie Cunningham: Clark's 'Dork' Side Revealed
1 Mar
Summary
- Caitlin Clark is described as a 'normal human' and 'big ole dork'.
- WNBA players engage in 'inappropriate' conversations among themselves.
- Cunningham compares Clark's impact on WNBA to Swift's on music.
Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham offered a candid glimpse into the off-court persona of her teammate Caitlin Clark, describing the star player as a "normal human" and a "big ole dork." Cunningham elaborated on Clark's relatable nature, emphasizing her deep love for basketball while also being an endearing "dork."
Cunningham also touched upon the candid and often "inappropriate" nature of conversations among WNBA players, noting their close-knit bond and "wild" interactions. She drew a significant parallel between Clark's burgeoning influence on the WNBA and Taylor Swift's impact on the music industry, suggesting Clark is similarly elevating the sport globally.
The player acknowledged Clark's deserving stardom and pledged support, even if it means taking open three-pointers. Meanwhile, the WNBA and WNBPA are in ongoing collective bargaining agreement negotiations, with a potential March 10 deadline for a new agreement to avert a lockout.
