In recent years, Iowa Hawkeyes point guard Caitlin Clark has emerged as a prominent figure in women's college basketball.
Her popularity has soared, establishing her as one of the most beloved college basketball players nationwide. Notably, a butter sculpture of Clark was prominently showcased at the Iowa State Fair.
S/O to my coworker who sent me this picture of a @CaitlinClark22 butter sculpture from the Iowa State Fair. #ncaaw is everywhere! pic.twitter.com/cuTUQ35mfL
— Kathleen Gier (@kgier) August 10, 2023
The 2023 Associated Press Women's College Basketball Player of the Year seemed unfazed about her status.
"It's something that I welcome. I don't feel much pressure with that," the 21-year-old quipped.
The Iowa native is one of the most prominent stars in NCAA Division I, setting records for women's scoring and assists in a single tournament during the Hawkeyes' remarkable 2023 run, which saw them reach the championship game.
However, Iowa ultimately fell to LSU in the title game with a score of 102-85, which drew 9.9 million viewers across ABC and ESPN.
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Caitlin Clark bags notable endorsement deal
The 2023 John R. Wooden Award holder has become State Farm's first-ever collegiate endorser, thanks to the recent adjustments in Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) regulations that permit student-athletes to engage in endorsement agreements and participate in commercial ventures.
"State Farm is a team that looks out for others, which is exactly the kind of legacy I want to leave beyond the basketball court. I'm honored to be the first college athlete to join the Good Neighbor team," Clark said.
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