It felt like a full-circle moment in Iowa this weekend as Caitlin Clark, now a rising WNBA star, returned to the court that made her a household name.
And in true Clark fashion, she reminded everyone exactly why her name still echoes through the halls of Carver-Hawkeye Arena—with a jaw-dropping shot from almost the same spot where she made history.
One Year Later, Same Court, Same Magic
It’s been just over a year since Clark shattered the NCAA scoring record at Iowa’s beloved Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
To honor that moment, the university engraved her iconic jersey number—22—right on the floor where it all happened.
Fast forward to this Sunday, and Clark was back in the building, suiting up for the Indiana Fever in an exhibition game against Brazil’s national team.
With the crowd roaring and nostalgia thick in the air, she pulled up and drained a 36-foot three-pointer just behind that special “22” logo.
Talk about a moment that gives you goosebumps.
A Healthy Return and a Big Win
Clark didn’t play in Indiana’s previous preseason game due to a nagging leg injury, but the team chose to rest her in anticipation of her Iowa return.
Smart move.
She was back in full force against Brazil, putting up 16 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists in a commanding 108–44 win.
The crowd?
Electric.
From the moment she stepped onto the floor, fans cheered, snapped photos, and even held back tears.
It wasn’t just a game—it was a celebration.
Building on a Phenomenal Rookie Season
At just 23 years old, Clark is already one of the brightest stars in the WNBA.
Her rookie season was nothing short of phenomenal—she earned Rookie of the Year, dropped nearly 19.2 points per game, and dished out 8.4 assists on average.
Even more impressive?
She helped the Fever reach the postseason and played a major role in breaking viewership records across the league.
Now, as she enters her sophomore season, she’s not slowing down.
In fact, she’s studying harder than ever—and asking some bold questions.
Asking the Tough Questions: Scouting Herself
With Christie Sides out and new coach Stephanie White stepping in—previously of the Connecticut Sun—Clark saw an opportunity to sharpen her game.
According to ESPN’s Alexa Philippou, she asked White and her staff for something unusual: to review the exact scouting report the Sun used to defend her last season.
Why? Because Connecticut gave her a tough time.
In four matchups, they held her to just 16.5 points and 3.8 assists per game, with a shooting percentage under 40% and 25 total turnovers.
For a player of Clark’s caliber, that was a wake-up call—and a learning opportunity.
What’s Next for Caitlin Clark?
With a new season on the horizon, Clark is as hungry as ever.
She’s back in the lab, studying film, making adjustments, and embracing the challenges ahead.
If her emotional homecoming to Iowa is any sign, this second year might be even more thrilling than the first.
Whether she’s sinking deep threes or analyzing defensive schemes, Caitlin Clark is showing the world that greatness doesn’t rest—it evolves.