Caitlin Clark, the sensational rookie star of the WNBA, has drawn comparisons to Stephen Curry due to her remarkable three-point shooting skills. With her successful debut season behind her, Clark is set to take her talents to the golf course as she prepares to participate in the LPGA Annika-driven by Gainbridge at Pelican’s professional-amateur pairing next month.
Known for his love of golf, Curry has often inspired young athletes like Clark. Following her exit in the first round of the WNBA playoffs, Clark was asked how she planned to spend her off time. She replied, “Maybe I’ll play some golf,” adding that she would keep playing until the Indiana weather turned too chilly. “I’m going to become a professional golfer.”
What started as a playful remark is soon becoming a reality. Next month, Clark will hit the greens at the Pelican Golf Club for her debut in a professional-amateur pairing at the Annika tournament.
“I love golf, so having the opportunity to compete in this event alongside legends like Annika Sorenstam is incredibly exciting for me,” said Clark. Sorenstam, a golf legend herself, is at the helm of the Annika event. Clark’s participation marks a significant crossover for an athlete who has made waves in basketball. She expressed her eagerness to witness the LPGA players in action, saying, “Of course, I’m excited to tee off with Sorenstam in the professional-amateur pairing.”
Clark has made a name for herself since her NCAA days and seamlessly transitioned into the WNBA. In her rookie season, she averaged 19.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, and an impressive 8.4 assists per game—the highest in the league. She not only earned the Rookie of the Year title but also placed fourth in the MVP voting while leading the Indiana Fever back to the playoffs for the first time since 2016, although they fell in the first round to the Connecticut Sun.
