Christine Brennan: Caitlin Clark’s Culture Wars & the WNBA’s Cluelessness
Impolitic with John Heilemann
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Caitlin Clark: The Rising Star and WNBA's Challenge
This chapter explores Caitlin Clark's anticipated impact on the WNBA and the league's unpreparedness to embrace her stardom. It critiques the mixed reactions from established fans towards Clark while highlighting the need for the league's leadership to recognize and support the evolving dynamics of women's basketball. The discussion also reflects on broader cultural implications and the challenges faced by female athletes amidst aggressive gameplay and a lack of coherent responses from the league.
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