Caitlin Clark Makes History as Two-Time AP Player of the Year
Caitlin Clark has once again solidified her place as one of the brightest stars in women’s basketball by being named The Associated Press Player of the Year for the second consecutive year. The Iowa standout received an impressive 35 out of 36 votes from a national media panel, making her just the sixth player to win the prestigious award more than once and the fifth to do it in consecutive seasons.
Clark, who is the NCAA Division I career scoring leader with numerous records under her belt, has been instrumental in helping Iowa reach the Final Four for the second consecutive season. Opposing coaches have dubbed her a generational talent, and it’s easy to see why – she averaged an impressive 31.9 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 8.9 assists during the regular season, making her games appointment viewing for millions and setting record-breaking viewership numbers.
As her college career comes to an end this weekend, Clark is already being hailed as the presumptive No. 1 pick in the upcoming WNBA draft. Despite all of her individual success, she remains quick to credit her teammates and coach for their role in her accomplishments. Coach Lisa Bluder describes her as “spectacular on the court,” a sentiment echoed by fans and analysts alike.
Clark’s impact on the game of women’s basketball cannot be overstated, and her back-to-back AP Player of the Year honors only solidify her status as a once-in-a-generation talent. As she prepares to take the next step in her career, all eyes will be on Caitlin Clark to see what she accomplishes next.
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