Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever’s star guard and WNBA Rookie of the Year, recently revealed an unexpected fear during her appearance at the Annika LPGA Women’s Leadership Summit. When asked about her biggest fear, Clark shared that she is, in fact, afraid of cats. “I really don’t like cats,” she admitted, explaining that her fear stems from a childhood experience with a particularly mean black cat that lived on her street. “I’m scarred,” Clark said, laughing. She clarified that she isn’t allergic to cats but simply has a deep fear due to that negative experience. While she’s not a fan of felines, Clark emphasized her love for dogs.
In addition to sharing her fear of cats, Clark also talked about her passion for golf. The rising basketball star is an avid golfer and participated in the LPGA’s prestigious The ANNIKA Driven pro-am event from November 12 to 17. Despite her impressive athletic prowess on the basketball court, Clark humorously described herself as an “average golfer.” She set low expectations for her performance but was focused on enjoying the experience. “I’m just an average golfer,” she joked, adding, “I’m just trying not to hit anyone standing outside the ropes.” It’s clear that, while basketball remains her main focus, golf provides Clark with a fun and relaxing escape.
Clark’s presence at the tournament garnered praise from her fellow athletes. Brittany Lincicome, a two-time major winner on the LPGA Tour, expressed admiration for Clark’s impact on women’s sports. “What she has done for women’s basketball and sports as a whole is incredible,” Lincicome said. “It’s amazing to have her here, and I can’t wait to get a basketball signed for my girls.” Lincicome also noted Clark’s impressive golf swing, predicting that she could develop into a solid golfer in her own right.
The tournament, held at the Pelican Golf Club in Tampa Bay, Florida, features some of the top-ranked golfers in the world, including Annika Sorenstam and Nelly Korda. With 18 of the top 25 players in the world participating, Clark will certainly have the chance to test her skills against some of the best golfers around. Whether or not she decides to pursue golf more seriously, it’s clear that Clark has a natural athletic talent that transcends basketball.
Looking ahead to her future in basketball, Clark may soon make waves in another exciting venture: the newly-formed Unrivaled League, a 3-on-3 basketball league set to launch in December 2025. The league, co-founded by WNBA stars Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier, has been courting Clark to join its roster. Although she hasn’t confirmed her participation yet, Clark has acknowledged the interest and is keeping her options open. “We’ll see,” she said, “Just taking it as it goes.” With a growing list of endorsements and a potential new league on the horizon, Clark’s career continues to evolve in exciting new directions.
As the Unrivaled League continues to expand its roster and finalize its lineup, fans are eagerly awaiting official announcements. Whether Clark decides to join the league or focus on her other endeavors, her influence on women’s basketball and sports is undeniable. Her combination of skill, charisma, and versatility makes her one of the most exciting athletes to watch in the years ahead.
