Geno Auriemma makes unfathomably stupid comments about Caitlin Clark, but the WNBA mean girls will love them
Fox News • • sports
Key Points:
- Legendary UConn coach Geno Auriemma criticized the hype around Caitlin Clark, arguing that while she has increased attention and value in the WNBA, she hasn't transformed the league like Tiger Woods did for golf.
- Auriemma downplayed the significance of fouls against Clark, suggesting they are typical in basketball and not indicative of a larger issue or bias against her.
- The article strongly disagrees with Auriemma, asserting that Caitlin Clark is indeed a transformative figure in the WNBA, comparing her impact to Tiger Woods' effect on golf and highlighting her role in boosting viewership and league profitability.
- Since Clark's arrival in 2024, WNBA viewership has dramatically increased, with multiple games surpassing one million viewers, and the league's collective bargaining agreement has significantly improved player salaries and conditions.
- Despite Clark's positive impact on the league and players' livelihoods, she faces hostility and aggressive play from opponents, a point the article finds unjust and frustrating.
