It’s widely acknowledged that Caitlin Clark’s WNBA opponents may not be actively supporting her success. However, the level of physicality she’s encountering in her early career appears to be crossing a line.
She’s frequently not receiving the fouls that many argue she deserves, particularly on blatant infractions.
This issue came to a head during Thursday’s matchup between the Indiana Fever and the Seattle Storm, where both Clark and Victoria Vivians were hit with double technicals for a minor scuffle—a decision that drew criticism for its fairness.
Fans have also highlighted numerous occasions where Clark was clearly fouled while driving to the basket, yet no call was made. This pattern of officiating frustration reached a tipping point when Coach Christie Sides voiced her exasperation, resulting in a technical foul.
Consequently, calls are mounting for the WNBA to investigate the officiating crews overseeing Indiana Fever games.
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) talks to Seattle Storm guard Victoria Vivians (35) following being run into after making a three-pointer, Thursday, May 30, 2024, during the WNBA game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
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Let’s take a look at some the complaints surrounding how officials are treating Caitlin Clark.
“Caitlin Clark got hacked right before this clip started and then is getting hugged/hit as she is going up. No foul. Fever coach gets a technical. I’ve never seen a super star get this type of treatment. She doesn’t even get normal calls,” Jordan Stocks said on X.
Should the WNBA investigate its officiating crews?
They have to protect the league’s stars like Caitlin Clark. If an investigation fixes the issue then it’ll be worth it.
