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She's Got Game: Caitlin Clark Hits the Pickleball Court with Teammates, Boyfriend for a Good Cause

by Jason Flamm on

Although her professional basketball career has just started, perhaps we're already catching a glimpse of what Caitlin Clark's next athletic pursuits might be.

A few members of the WNBA's Indiana Fever spent their off day on Sunday swapping basketballs for pickleball paddles for charity.

Clark brought her boyfriend, Connor McCaffery, to join the fun as her "plus one." Clark, known for her incredible basketball skills and shooting prowess, showcased some pickleball skills alongside her boyfriend for a good cause.

Clark also teamed up with her Fever teammates Erica Wheeler and Lexie Hull at one point. The friendly competition was part of Wheeler's charity event for the Wheeler Kid Foundation in Indianapolis.

"Pickleball has become one of my favorite hobbies to do when I am not playing basketball," Wheeler shared on X last month. "I've met some amazing people just by joining the sport!"

This past Saturday, Clark became the first rookie in WNBA history to record a triple-double. She scored 19 points, grabbed 12 rebounds, and dished out 13 assists in a victory over the New York Liberty.

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Something tells us that Caitlin will quickly become a force to be reckoned with if she decides to pursue pro pickleball.

Heck, maybe she can give Kevin Durant a run for his money.

Jason Flamm

Jason Flamm

Jason is a writer from St. Louis. He’s been a coach in several sports and is currently working on his pickleball coaching certification. He loves to teach and share his passions.

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