Caitlin Clark Makes Kate Martin Break Fans Down After Valkyries Big Win Over Fever.
Kate Martin’s ascension in the WNBA has been one of those stories you appreciate quietly until they suddenly explode into mainstream conversation. But on Sunday night, in a Golden State Valkyries victory over the Indiana Fever, it wasn’t just Martin’s play grabbing headlines — it was the emotional shout-out from her former Iowa teammate, Caitlin Clark.
In the wake of the Valkyries’ 75–63 win over the Fever, Martin and Clark had their postgame moment that went way past ball. Now one of the biggest names in the league, Clark took to social media to post a pic of the two of them with a simple, two-line caption: “Proud of you.” Just three words, but they encapsulated all of their years of friendship, shared battles and a bond.
A collection of Clark’s former Iowa teammates saw the gesture and serenaded her via group text. All commented on how heartwarming it was to see real competition out in the world. A couple people also think they remember Clark’s act and the essence of what the Iowa team was.
On the floor, Martin had definitely earned it. One moment it was big time shot making, another it was tough defense, while a third brought W’s quirky mix of energy to the table to make her presence known to the Golden State playoff push. It wasn’t a huge night in the box scores, but classic Martin if you’ve been following her career – unruffled, team-oriented, always ready when your number is called.
Moments like this are important because they serve as a reminder to fans that sports are more than just wins and losses. They’re about connections. We can run with this: Clark could have moved on without looking back, just fixated on her own team’s direction Trying to go in the right way. Yet, she took a moment out of her pursuit of her own prize to honor a friend and former teammate. That sort of authenticity is compelling in today’s sports climate; where so much is in fact so tailored and digital.
All of which, just gave Valkyrie fans more reason to pull for Martin For Fever fans, it was just another example of the kind of team player Clark has always been. And for everyone else, it was just a damn nice moment – a small acknowledgement that the WNBA new generation is built on more than just being able to ball.
