Caitlin Clark was left off the U.S. Olympic women's basketball team for the 2024 Paris Olympics. It's a decision the Indiana Fever rookie respects. But she did tell her coach, Christie Sides, that the snub provided a little additional motivation.
Being left off the U.S. Olympic women's basketball team seems to providing additional motivation for Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark. The No. 1 overall pick had a very direct message for her coach, Christie Sides, after hearing the news.
"We talked actually on the bus. She got the call on the bus and she text me to let me know. I just tried to keep her spirits ,". "The thing she said was, 'Hey coach, they woke a monster.' Which I thought was awesome." This year's Olympic roster includes 12 incredibly talented players. The selections include Napheesa Collier , Kahleah Copper , Chelsea Gray , Brittney Griner , Sabrina Ionescu , Jewell Loyd , Kelsey Plum , Breanna Stewart , Diana Taurasi , Alyssa Thomas , A'ja Wilson , Jackie Young .of the team and wants the group to find gold medal success.
The silver lining? Clark will finally get a chance to rest after a taxing year. The rookie had to make a quick transition from college to the WNBA. Plus, there's been a media circus following her every move. When the Olympics roll around, she'll be able to take a bit of a breather.
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