Caitlin Clark discusses international basketball growth at the women's World Cup
2 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 3:50 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
Caitlin Clark is participating in the FIBA World Cup in Berlin, marking her first international experience with the United States national team. The Indiana Fever guard expressed surprise at the global fan enthusiasm and described the tournament as a respite from the intensity of the WNBA season. Clark is currently focused on helping the U.S. secure its fifth consecutive World Cup gold medal. To prepare for her role alongside a roster of top players, she studied advice from former men's national team coach Mike Krzyzewski regarding a team-first mindset. Clark also addressed her professional relationship with Angel Reese, noting her admiration for the competitor's motor and work ethic. The tournament serves as a transition for the guard as she looks ahead to potential Olympic participation in 2028.
- •Caitlin Clark is competing in her first international tournament with the United States.
- •The Indiana Fever guard is prioritizing a team-first approach to pursue a gold medal.
- •Clark studied guidance from Mike Krzyzewski to assimilate into the star-studded national roster.
- •The event serves as an opportunity for players to assist in growing the game globally.
- •The U.S. is aiming to win its fifth straight World Cup championship title.
- 3:50 PMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark’s experience at the women’s World Cup has been a ‘pinch-me moment’ for the WNBA star
- 3:39 PMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark's experience at the women's World Cup has been a 'pinch-me moment' for the WNBA star
"Caitlin Clark has been blown away by the enthusiasm from the international fan base turning out at the women’s FIBA World Cup and said the tournament is a fun respite from the “craziness” of the WNBA season. In an interview with The Associated Press, Clark talked about her relationship with Angel Reese, how she has drawn inspiration from coach Mike Krzyzewski in pursuit of a team-first championship mindset and the growth of the international women’s game. “It’s maybe nice to get a little break of the craziness of the WNBA season,” Clark added, "but at the same time, I would never change anything, and I’m pretty used to it.”
"“It’s maybe nice to get a little break of the craziness of the WNBA season,” Clark added, “but at the same time, I would never change anything, and I’m pretty used to it.”
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 3:50 PMCaitlin Clark’s experience at the women’s World Cup has been a ‘pinch-me moment’ for the WNBA star
“It’s maybe nice to get a little break of the craziness of the WNBA season,” Clark added, “but at the same time, I would never change anything, and I’m pretty used to it.”
- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 3:39 PMCaitlin Clark's experience at the women's World Cup has been a 'pinch-me moment' for the WNBA star
Caitlin Clark has been blown away by the enthusiasm from the international fan base turning out at the women’s FIBA World Cup and said the tournament is a fun respite from the “craziness” of the WNBA season. In an interview with The Associated Press, Clark talked about her relationship with Angel Reese, how she has drawn inspiration from coach Mike Krzyzewski in pursuit of a team-first championship mindset and the growth of the international women’s game. “It’s maybe nice to get a little break of the craziness of the WNBA season,” Clark added, "but at the same time, I would never change anything, and I’m pretty used to it.”
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