Caitlin Clark condemns hateful rhetoric aimed at teammates
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 8:06 PM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
Caitlin Clark responded to comments made by her Indiana Fever teammate Kelsey Mitchell at a press conference on October 8, 2026. Mitchell noted that other Fever players face backlash related to their association with Clark, who has garnered negative attention partly due to her fame. Clark condemned the hate and discrimination directed towards her teammates, stating it is not reflective of her beliefs. She expressed support for Mitchell and emphasized the need for unity among players amid the negativity.
- •Kelsey Mitchell addressed backlash faced by Fever players linked to Clark.
- •Clark expressed support for her teammates amid negative attention.
- •Clark condemned the use of her image in promoting hate.
- •Clark has become a prominent figure in women's sports.
- 8:06 PMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark condemned any hate spread by her fans following beloved teammate's comments
"Caitlin Clark sounds like she's really tired of people using her as a conduit for something she's not.
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