Caitlin Clark recently appeared on ESPN's "College GameDay," where she expressed gratitude to the thousands of Iowa fans in attendance. Following the event, Clark shared photos from the day, celebrating the enthusiastic response.
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As Iowa women's basketball transitions into a new era post-Clark, the team is actively securing top recruits. Coach Jan Jensen has successfully attracted several high school players who have committed to joining the Hawkeyes.
Clark's appearance on College GameDay garnered impressive viewership, reaching 3.7 million viewers—significantly boosting ratings and nearly tripling the WNBA's first-round playoff average. In contrast, preliminary Big Ten polls have cast doubts on the team's potential this season after a roster reloading.
The Iowa women's basketball program also released its national TV schedule and tip-off times for the 2026-27 season. Meanwhile, USC's Juju Watkins has been named the Big Ten Preseason Player of the Year as expectations rise for both USC men’s and women’s basketball at the upcoming Big Ten Media Days.
Clark’s Indiana Fever exited the WNBA playoffs in a three-game series against the Las Vegas Aces, but her performance throughout the season has kept her in the spotlight. The Fever faced scrutiny during their playoff run, particularly following a notable incident involving A'ja Wilson.
In recruiting news, five-star center Darius Wabbington is set to announce his commitment among his final schools: Indiana, Arizona, and Illinois. Meanwhile, the Villanova women's basketball team was ranked second in the Big East preseason predictions.