WNBA fans were moved to tears after Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever teammates shared a heartfelt video celebrating her recent accolade as Rookie of the Year. Clark, who was the standout candidate for the award, triumphed over Chicago Sky’s Angel Reese, having delivered a record-breaking debut season in the WNBA. The 22-year-old became a national sensation, not only for her scoring ability but also for leading the league in assists, tallying 337 during the regular season.
In the emotional tribute, close friend and teammate Lexie Hull started the video with a touching message: “You earned this, I am so proud of you.”
proud teammates ❤️
the squad congratulates Caitlin Clark on winning 2024 @WNBA Rookie of the Year. pic.twitter.com/zTgrdTJhJV
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) October 3, 2024
The video resonated deeply with fans, with one user commenting, “Why am I crying?”
Clark’s Rookie of the Year title was a well-deserved recognition after an explosive season that brought unprecedented attention to the WNBA. Although the Indiana Fever’s season ended with a first-round playoff exit to the Connecticut Sun, Clark’s achievement remained a highlight. She had been informed of her victory during a Fever practice before their playoff series.
Despite receiving an overwhelming 98.5% of the vote, Clark was not unanimously chosen, with Angel Reese receiving one of the 67 total votes. The identity of the lone dissenter sparked curiosity, leading several journalists to clarify they were not the ones who voted against Clark. Fever fans eagerly celebrated Clark’s historic achievement while playfully investigating who the mystery voter was.
