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Caitlin Clark is the most valuable women's college basketball player. Here are all the ways she makes money for herself and her team.
Caitlin Clark is the most valuable women's college basketball player. Here are all the ways she makes money for herself and her team.
Gabbi ShawMar 25, 2024, 15:32 IST
Caitlin Clark.Matthew Holst/Getty Images
Caitlin Clark is a 22-year-old point guard for the University of Iowa Hawkeyes.
Her unprecedented popularity has been called the "Caitlin Clark effect."
As the 2024 NCAA women's basketball tournament kicks off, there's one name you'll likely hear a lot over the next two weeks: Caitlin Clark.
The 22-year-old point guard, who will play her final March Madness games this year as an Iowa Hawkeye before entering the 2024 WNBA draft, is well on her way to GOAT status.
With that comes millions of dollars worth of endorsements, a surge in popularity for women's sports, and, almost certainly, a lot of pressure.
Here's how Clark has used her skills on the court to become one of the most powerful college athletes today.
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Caitlin Clark made her college basketball debut in November 2020 — and immediately began breaking records.
The University of Iowa's Caitlin Clark.AP Photo/Michael Conroy
Her prowess on the court has proven valuable to her school.
Caitlin Clark puts her hand to her ear during Iowa's Elite Eight win over Louisville.Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Women's sports are projected to generate more than $1 billion globally in 2024 — and stars like Clark are a major driving force.
Caitlin Clark flexes.Alika Jenner/Getty Images
But besides bringing capital to women's sports, Clark has made herself a brand. According to some estimates, her likeness is worth $3.1 million.
Caitlin Clark.Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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One of Clark's first — and best-known — endorsements is Nike. She signed with them in June 2022.
Caitlin Clark's Nikes.G Fiume/Getty Images
Gatorade is another of Clark's high-profile sponsorships.
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In 2023, Clark also became the first college athlete to partner with State Farm.
Caitlin Clark.David Purdy/Getty Images
Another of Clark's recent, high-profile deals is with Panini America trading cards.
Caitlin Clark.Matthew Holst/Getty Images
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Clark announced her intention to enter the WNBA draft this year. No doubt more sponsorship deals are just around the corner.
Caitlin Clark.David Berding/Getty Images
All eyes are on Clark as March Madness gets underway. But, with her WNBA career poised to begin this year, she's just getting started.