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WNBA sensation Caitlin Clark and her boyfriend, Connor McCaffery, enjoyed a courtside outing at the Indy Ignite volleyball game on Thursday night.
The couple cheered on the local women's volleyball team as they dominated the Grand Rapids Rise in a thrilling match.
An Offseason Highlight for Caitlin Clark
Following a standout rookie season with the Indiana Fever, Clark has remained in Indiana to continue her for women's sports.
Skipping the Unrivaled 3-on-3 women's basketball league, the former Iowa star made her way to the Ignite game to cheer on Indiana's newest professional volleyball team.
Clark and McCaffery, an assistant coach for Butler men's basketball, were seen applauding the players and enjoying the game's lively atmosphere. A snapshot shared by the Fever captured the couple in the stands, with Clark indulging in a bag of Sour Patch Kids.
The Ignite delivered a dominant performance, sweeping the Grand Rapids Rise 25-18, 28-16, 25-16. The victory marked their second consecutive win in the Pro Volleyball Federation, solidifying their strong start to the season.
After the game, Clark posed for photos with the team, highlighting her commitment to ing women's athletics.
Players Celebrate Clark's Presence
The Ignite players were thrilled to have Clark in attendance, with several expressing their excitement during postgame interviews.
"She's probably one of the most popular people in the world in the past year, so we're glad she came," Azhani Tealer shared. "We're thankful for that. She's always welcome back, obviously."
Tealer also joked about the high demand for photos when someone like Clark attends: "We're in a position where we're not Caitlin Clark. When we take one photo, we're gonna [have to take] 10 million."
Leketor Member-Meneh emphasized the importance of mutual among female athletes, stating, "Women ing women in women's sports is very, very, very, very important... Huge shoutout to all the women who are coming out and ing us, and just know we're giving it right back when we can."
A Night to for Indiana Sports
The Indy Ignite's impressive win, coupled with the presence of a high-profile fan like Clark, added to the energy of their inaugural season.
The evening not only showcased Indiana's growing sports culture but also underscored Clark's dedication to uplifting women's sports at every opportunity.