Greetings, superstar! It’s your dedicated Indiana Fever fans here, hoping you’re enjoying a well-deserved break this offseason. You’ve had an incredible journey with us, arriving in Indianapolis under immense expectations—and you surpassed every one of them.
From the very beginning, you gave it your all. You played through every game, broke records, and collected accolades. You packed arenas, changed the landscape of women’s basketball, and brought a new energy to Indianapolis. You took on every challenge, played through injuries, and kept pushing forward. Whether it was bruises, black eyes, or even a ruptured eardrum, you stayed focused and relentless.
Before the season kicked off, many of the WNBA stars speculated that, as a rookie, you might struggle to meet expectations. But you defied those predictions. It was easy to forget that you were new to the league, except for the occasional technical foul. You consistently deflected attention away from yourself and made sure to highlight the league and the legends who came before you. Your appreciation for the players who set the stage for your success spoke volumes about your character. Your teammates, too, matched your intensity every step of the way, making all of us huge fans of Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston, and Lexie Hull. By the time the playoffs came around, Fever and WNBA fans everywhere were equally amazed by Chelsea Gray’s vision and Napheesa Collier’s dominance.
Beyond the on-court spectacle, it was the personal moments that made this season so special. We saw fans from all walks of life, from three generations of Iowan women to the grandmother proudly holding a Caitlin Crunch Time cereal box. Fever games turned into unforgettable experiences, especially when we spotted icons like Simone Biles and David Letterman in the crowd. The energy in Gainbridge Arena was electric every time you sunk that first three-pointer of the game.
Even though the Olympics were a major talking point this year, you became the defining sports story of 2024. And yet, what stands out the most is your genuine, down-to-earth nature. Despite the fame and the spotlight, you remain the humble Midwesterner who simply loves basketball. In that Fever jersey, Caitlin, you’re one of us.
