Caitlin Clark tells her whole hoops story – from childhood to Iowa to the WNBA draft | Inside Look

In this episode of Inside Look, Holly Rowe sits down with Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball star Caitlin Clark.

0:00 Intro
0:24 Hoop dreams
1:44 Specializing in basketball
2:19 Putting in the work
3:21 Brotherly love
5:34 Playing sports against boys
6:49 Why winning is so important
8:06 Logo 3-pointers
9:14 Favorite shot
9:38 Decision to go to Iowa
10:30 Iowa crowds
11:28 Caitlin Clark fans
13:55 Hand size benefits
14:42 Remaining calm in the chaos
15:55 Record chase
17:16 Nickname as a kid
18:21 Entering the WNBA draft
19:46 Goals for NCAA tournament
20:53 "Clarkonomics"
21:53 Team culture

[markhoops]

I don’t think people take the time to realize that we are literally witnessing history in the making and greatness right in front of our eyes. What this young lady did for women’s basketball in the span of a year is absolutely unheard of and nothing short of LEGENDARY. I love her story and will always be rooting for her

[wonderlandian]

She is a basketball LEGEND already 🔥 this girl's impact on women's basketball is iconic

[edyue]

Her attitude and demeanor are so refreshing. Humility, gratitude and appreciation for those who have been with her from her family, friends, teammates, coaches and fans. She constantly deflects praise towards all those around her. I never get tired of her interviews.

[paulclark]

Legend. Her impact far exceeds just what she does on the court.

[Wjohnson]

A real dawg and humble. My girl. Ponytail Pete is so appropriate.

[marksauce]

To be the best and to be so well spoken is freaking amazing to me!!! 😮

[pamswafford]

She has me watching women’s basketball again. She is amazing and reminds me of Curry. She is a class act and we haven’t seen that in WNBA

[emc]

Much respect to the GOAT! I was not sure if we would ever see someone of her caliber in the wnba….BAM! have not watched the WNBA in over 15 years, Caitlin will bring a lot of old and new fans to the wnba. She is amazing and so fun to watch!!

[NelsonSwampWorldTour]

Do not underestimate the value of her growing up with a competitive older brother. Caitlin is TOUGH AS NAILS because she grew up competing against naturally stronger guys. And her brothers were probably relentless and didn't "let" her win. She had to EARN her wins. This is why she is unfazed by the heckling, the opponent intimidation, etc., and can get in the lane and finish against anyone. Love this girl.

[monicak]

Women’s sports needed someone like Caitlyn Clark at this exact time in history to make us all see that WOMENS sports are important, and can generate the crowds & the revenue, - and that it’s important to keep it that way - WOMENS sports!

[jlbrockett]

Thank you, Holly, for this interview. Your respect for Caitlin is evident, and you obviously care about her as a human being. We Hawkeye fans do, too, and though I want them to win every single game, at the end of the day its plain as day the team is made up of just really great human beings and this team transcends basketball. This interview makes me cry, and I have every time I'm reminded there are no more Carver CC22 games but man am I excited for the wave that follows and the bright future in life and ball for Caitlin and the rest of the Hawkeyes of '24! Its been such a privilege and we are all so proud!! Go Hawks!! 🖤💛🖤💛🖤💛

[EetsBack]

Holly Rowe you have created a great bond with Caitlin. I noticed her hugging you when she got emotional during the tribute at Carver. It must be a special feeling to get this close to a superstar.

[Native]

When I found out Caitlyn, I started looking Iowa's basketball schedule and started watching her!!!!

[SusanOBanion]

Holly Rowe conducts natural, brilliant interviews that are a joy to watch.

[paulnam]

I've never watched women's sports until Caitlin Clark.

[shanepython]

Add me to that group that never watched WNBA but now I am starting to enjoy it. Caitlin, in this interview shows why so many people are gravitating to the WNBA games now. Good, honest and wholesome people will always attract attention.

[brendabauman]

Caitlin is the best college basketball player and Holly is the best sports journalist out, bringing them together for this interview was perfection. Kudos to both! ✌️💙🏀

[Thrilla]

I literally texted my older brother last night about has he watched any NCAA ball this yr. I grew up watching and playing, even played ball in college but haven’t really been interested since early 2000s. I watched both Iowa vs lsu and UConn vs usc girls games and it’s amazing how much the game has grown . I’d never thought i would ever say this, but women’s ball, especially the last 2 yrs has been on a level above men’s

[karlosjeter]

She is the BEST woman basketball player EVER. She's a really humble Woman

Keep going GOAT

[tommay]

Thank you for all you have done for women’s college basketball! You are an amazing player, and seem to be an even better person! I can’t wait to follow your WNBA career.