Reflections Watching Caitlin Clark Lose

Like so many others I know, I got caught up in the magic of watching Iowa play basketball this season. It was extra special watching with my in-laws. My father-in-law is a proud native Iowan and U of I alum who loves to quote Field of Dreams, “Is this heaven? No, it’s Iowa.”  Caitlin Clark is a joy to watch, the sort of player who can repeatedly hit a perfect three off a screen from 30 feet out. I imagine there are times even the opposing team has to just laugh and say, “Unbelievable.”  Last Sunday afternoon, I felt genuine sadness watching the final minute of the final quarter dissolve, and it wasn’t because I had our life savings down on the championship game winner.  It was a good story and I love good stories. Caitlin Clark with her record-breaking shots and uncanny ability to see the floor became our protagonist, and her teammates the astounding supporting characters. Kate Martin’s spin jump shots are amazing. Gabbie Marshall’s defense. Hannah Stuelke’s inside plays. They’re all amazing.  The camaraderie that this team has brought to the game, drawing record crowds, has been unparalleled. Sunday’s title game was the most watched basketball game […]

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