Head Coach Teresa Weatherspoon (Photo via Getty Images)
Chicago Sky head coach Teresa Weatherspoon has walked back on her previous comments about the cheap shot Chennedy Carter delivered on Caitlin Clark in Saturday’s game.
Late in the third quarter of the Indiana Fever-Chicago contest, Chennedy Carter delivered an unnecessary shot to Caitlin Clark after making a basket. Carter was issued a foul on the court, though the WNBA reviewed the play and upgraded it to a flagrant foul.
Per Tori Rubinstein of NBC Sports Chicago, Weatherspoon initially defended Carter by stating that her and Clark were “just competing.”
But Weatherspoon reversed course on Monday when she put out a statement and said Carter’s cheap shot was “not appropriate.” Weatherspoon added that it’s not “who we are” and that Carter “will learn from this”.
It doesn’t appear that Carter will face any further discipline from the league for the cheap shot. The main hope, though, is that opposing players will stop crossing the line with their hits and cheap shots on Caitlin Clark.
Here’s an extended look at the Caitlin Clark – Chennedy Carter incident, there was more to it than the shoulder check and Clark was clearly talking to her on the way back up the floor from the prior basket by Indiana — CJ Fogler account may or may not be notable (@cjzero) June 1, 2024
Clark and the Fever got the last laugh on Chennedy Carter and company anyway, leading Indiana to a 71-70 win that snapped a three-game losing streak. The victory also marked Indiana’s first win on home court, with registering 11 points, eight rebounds and six assists in the victory.
Chennedy Carter & Chicago Sky Begin Pivotal Four-Game Homestand
Saturday’s loss dropped Indiana to 3-4 on the season, but the good news is that there’s a path to get back above .500 with a four-game homestand next on the schedule.
The Sky will begin the homestand on Tuesday against the New York Liberty, who boast the second-best record in the league (7-2), behind only the Connecticut Sun (8-0). Chicago will then host the Washington Mystics, the league’s worst team with a winless 0-8 mark.
After hosting the Atlanta Dream on June 8, Carter and the Sky will conclude the homestand with a June 12 showdown against Connecticut. They’ll then begin a mini two-game road trip that begins in Washington on June 14.
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VIDEO: ACES PRANKED ROOKIE KATE MARTIN, WNBA FANS ARE IN TEARS AFTER LAS VEGAS ACES LEAVE KATE MARTIN BEHIND ON TEAM BUS
WNBA Fans Are In Tears After Las Vegas Aces Leave Kate Martin Behind On Team Bus
Former Iowa Hawkeye and current Las Vegas Aces rookie Kate Martin has quickly endeared herself to her new franchise.
Not only has Martin impressed on the court, but her carefree, team-first attitude has been apparent to her new teammates and coaches.
And Martin is also well aware that rookies need to be the butt of the joke at times; which is proven by her having to wear a pink Hello Kitty backpack to every away game that the Aces play.
Although martin had bigger worries than a pink backpack for the Aces’ most recent road trip.
Iowa’s Kate Martin waves to the crowd during a celebration of the Iowa women’s basketball team Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.
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On Tuesday evening, Las Vegas Aces superstar A’ja Wilson posted a video to her Instagram story of the team bus driving away from their hotel.
Although Martin is not on the bus, but running behind it, trying desperately to make her way on.
“Don’t be late to the bus,” Wilson’s caption reads.
X users are having a field day with Martin’s mishap.
“HELPPPPP,” one fan wrote with a bunch of crying emojis, alongside screenshots of Martin running.
“made her do extra cardio,” another fan wrote.
This is yet another hilarious moment from Kate Martin’s iconic rookie season with the Aces.
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CAITLIN CLARK AND HER UNKNOWN MIDDLE NAME: WHY DOESN’T SHE EVER USE IT?
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark is a household name in basketball circles, renowned for her extraordinary scoring ability and long-range three-pointers. But there’s a lesser-known aspect of her identity that rarely sees the spotlight: her middle name, Elizabeth.
Despite being named Caitlin Elizabeth Clark, she almost never uses her middle name publicly, leaving fans curious about this choice.
A rising star
Caitlin Clark’s rise to prominence in the basketball world has been meteoric. Born on January 22, 2002, in Des Moines, Iowa, she quickly made a name for herself with her incredible talent and relentless work ethic.
Clark’s high school career at Dowling Catholic High School was nothing short of spectacular, where she became one of the top prospects in the nation. She continued to shine at the University of Iowa, where her record-breaking performances and leadership on the court made her a standout player.
The enigma of the middle name “Elizabeth”
Despite her middle name being part of her official identity, Caitlin Clark rarely, if ever, uses “Elizabeth” in public or professional settings. This omission has sparked curiosity among fans and followers.
There isn’t much publicly available information explaining this choice. It’s not uncommon for athletes and public figures to prefer the simplicity of their first and last names, especially when the first name already commands recognition and respect.
“Caitlin Clark” is a name that resonates strongly in the basketball community, and adding a middle name might not seem necessary for her brand or personal preference.
