During her time at Iowa, Caitlin Clark experienced the spotlight of the NCAA Tournament finals and emerged as one of the prominent figures in women’s sports, captivating millions of viewers.
However, despite her prowess on the basketball court, the prospect of making a guest appearance on “Saturday Night Live” eclipsed any previous nerves she had felt. Clark confessed to The TODAY Show that preparing for “Saturday Night Live” was an unparalleled nerve-wracking experience, with her heart pounding uncontrollably, yet she managed to deliver a commendable performance.
Clark’s surprise appearance on “Weekend Update” alongside Michael Che garnered attention, as she humorously critiqued Che’s Netflix special and teased him about his jokes on women’s sports.
“This year, Caitlin Clark broke the record for three-pointers in a single season, and I have three pointers for Michael Che. 1 – Be, 2 – Funnier, 3 – Dumba–.”
Expressing her gratitude to WNBA legends such as Sheryl Swoopes, Lisa Leslie, Cynthia Cooper, and Dawn Staley, Clark acknowledged their contributions to women’s basketball during her segment.
After concluding her collegiate career with the Iowa Hawkeyes, Clark announced her entry into the WNBA Draft, following a successful season that included clinching the Big Ten Conference championship and securing a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament.
Despite falling short of a national title once again, with the South Carolina Gamecocks claiming victory, Clark remains focused on beginning her WNBA journey, with speculation pointing towards a potential selection by the Indiana Fever, who hold the first overall pick.
While Clark’s stardom continues to soar, evidenced by her status as the all-time leading scorer in NCAA basketball history, she exudes confidence on the court, seemingly unfazed by any challenges that lie ahead.
