At Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour stop in Indianapolis on November 1, 2024, Lucas Oil Stadium was buzzing with an impressive gathering of famous faces. Not only did Taylor Swift herself take the stage, but also a few well-known figures in the sports world, including Travis Kelce and Caitlin Clark. Kelce, the star tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, and Clark, the WNBA’s Rookie of the Year for the Indiana Fever, were among the notable attendees enjoying the show. During a recent episode of the New Heights podcast, which Travis co-hosts with his brother Jason, he shared some insights into their memorable encounter.
Travis was eager to meet Caitlin and described their conversation as both enjoyable and relatable. “It was great catching up with her,” Travis remarked, noting their shared roots in the Midwest. While Travis hails from Ohio, Caitlin’s background is from Iowa, but they both have a deep connection to the region. “We’re both Midwesterners at heart,” Travis said. “We played high school ball, college ball, and now we’re both in the pro leagues, all from the Midwest.” The connection went beyond their sports careers, as they both expressed a fondness for Indianapolis, where Caitlin described the city as “fun” and a great place to be.
Another thing the two athletes had in common was their admiration for Taylor Swift. According to Travis, Caitlin is a dedicated Swiftie. “She’s a Swiftie through and through,” he said, explaining that Caitlin had attended several shows on the tour, including this one. Caitlin was joined by her mom and a few friends for the concert, and it was clear from her energy that she was thoroughly enjoying the experience. Jason even teased Travis about Caitlin’s dancing skills, asking if they were as good as her famous basketball jump shot, to which Travis humorously confirmed Caitlin’s enthusiasm.
As for Travis, he was just as excited to be at the show, eager to see Swift perform before the tour’s U.S. leg came to a close. “I wanted to see Tay one more time before this thing wraps up,” he said. With the U.S. dates drawing to a close and the final performances in Canada looming, Kelce remarked that the energy from the American crowds had been nothing short of incredible. “The show was absolutely rocking,” he added. After the concert, the couple was seen leaving the stadium hand-in-hand, a sweet moment following an unforgettable night.
This interaction between two sports stars and Taylor Swift herself highlights not only the bond between celebrities from different fields but also the universal appeal of Swift’s music. Just as Kelce and Clark are devoted to their athletic careers, they share a genuine passion for the magic of live music, bringing yet another layer of relatability to the star-studded event.
