Caitlin Clark, the most prolific scorer in NCAA Division 1 history and the No. 1 overall pick in the WNBA draft, has inked an eight-year, $28 million contract with Nike. This deal marks the richest sponsorship contract for a women’s basketball player and includes a signature shoe line. It underscores Nike’s commitment to the rising star and the growing interest in women’s basketball.
NCAA star Caitlin Clark has signed a groundbreaking eight-year, $28 million sponsorship contract with Nike, making it the richest deal for a women’s basketball player. The highly anticipated deal also includes Clark receiving a signature shoe. Clark, a two-time John R. Wooden Award Women’s Player of the Year, has left an unforgettable mark on women’s college basketball during her four seasons at the University of Iowa. Despite not securing an NCAA title, Clark’s contributions to the sport are widely recognized and celebrated. Her jersey number 22 will be retired by Iowa in her honor. As Clark transitions to the WNBA, her impact is expected to continue with her debut game airing nationally against the Connecticut Sun.
