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WNBA Newest Star Caitlin Clark Nears Record Nike Endorsement Deal

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April 19, 2024 · 1 min read

WNBA Newest Star Caitlin Clark Nears Record Nike Endorsement Deal

Other Sports | April 19, 2024

Caitlin Clark of the Iowa Hawkeyes dribbled the ball against the Indiana Hoosiers at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, Indiana. (Image: Andy Lyons/Getty)

WNBA rookie sensation Caitlin Clark known for her record-breaking performance at Iowa is on the brink of signing a lucrative endorsement deal with Nike, potentially worth eight figures which would include her own signature shoe. Despite offers from Under Armour and Adidas, Nike is keen to retain her.

Clark the NCAA all-time leading scorer garnered massive attention during the recent March Madness tournament with several games setting viewership records. She was drafted first overall by the Indiana Fever, leading to a surge in ticket sales and her jersey becoming the top seller on draft night in Fanatics’ history.

Clark remarkable senior season at Iowa saw her average 31.6 points, 8.9 assists and 7.4 rebounds per game making her a highly sought-after prospect in the WNBA.