Before transitioning from the NCAA to the WNBA, Caitlin Clark became a well-known figure while playing for the University of Iowa. In a review of the top 100 most-watched US TV broadcasts of 2024, Clark’s influence stood out compared to other major sporting events.
While events like NFL and NCAA American football games attracted more viewers, Clark’s final college game, according to Nielsen data, garnered more viewers than the World Series, Grammy Awards Show, and the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The chart, compiled by Sportico and shared by Clark Report on X (previously known as Twitter), highlighted Clark’s celebrity status.
The WNBA community quickly shared their thoughts on the matter:
“The WNBA will say a black girl was the reason,” one person wrote.
“She is a once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon. We are fortunate to witness it as it unfolds!” – another commented
“I was at the final 4. What an experience it was to witness Caitlin Clark and Iowa’s historic run even if we didn’t get the outcome we wanted. Caitlin Clark has unreal motion!” – someone added.
Others also chimed in on the situation and Caitlin Clark’s popularity:
“The semifinal was the first women’s basketball game I had ever watched and it was an amazing game. Also watched the final …” – one person mentioned.
“She is the moment!!!” – another person added.
“Things just change really fast,” – Caitlin Clark talks about transitioning from the NCAA to the WNBA
While Caitlin Clark made a name for herself playing for the Iowa Hawkeyes, her fame skyrocketed after moving to the WNBA.
With her unmatched popularity and the buzz she brought to the WNBA, the league started chartering flights for teams instead of relying on commercial flights. As things changed in the WNBA, they also changed for Clark as she made the jump from the NCAA to the WNBA.
In an interview on the New Heights podcast with Jason and Travis Kelce, Clark mentioned how everything changed for her after joining the WNBA.
“All in a good way. Things just change really fast. That’s just how the world works, especially with social media, people see a lot of your life but that’s what makes it fun and why I’ve had so many cool opportunities too.”
After an outstanding rookie season earning her Rookie of the Year and All-WNBA First Team honors, it’s evident, based on the Nielsen ratings, that Clark is destined to become an even bigger star.
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Edited by William Paul
