Chantell Preston praises Caitlin Clark for influence on WNBA and women’s sports
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 9:30 AM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Chantell Preston, co-founder of the San Francisco Signal, recently identified Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark as a transformative figure for the WNBA and the broader sports industry. Since entering the league in 2024, Clark has set rookie records for both total points and assists. Preston noted that Clark has generated significant visibility for professional women's basketball. Beyond her on-court performance, the Indiana Fever player is preparing to release a signature Nike shoe collection later this year, including a series inspired by Taylor Swift. Clark also recently debuted Nike Caitlin 1s featuring Team USA colors as she prepares to join the national squad. The United States women’s basketball team is scheduled to begin competition against China this Friday at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup.
- •Chantell Preston described the impact of Caitlin Clark on women's sports as invaluable.
- •Caitlin Clark set records for total points and assists during her 2024 debut season.
- •Nike plans to release a signature shoe collection for Caitlin Clark later this year.
- •Caitlin Clark is expected to represent the United States in the upcoming FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup.
- •Team USA faces China in its opening game of the tournament this Friday.
- 9:30 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Invaluable’ – Caitlin Clark’s impact on the WNBA and women’s sports praised
"Chantell Preston, the co-founder and owner of League One Volleyball franchise San Francisco Signal, has been speaking about Caitlin Clark’s impact on women’s sports. Clark was drafted into the WNBA by the Indiana Fever back in 2024, going on to enjoy a prolific rookie year, which saw her break the records for most points and assists in a debut season.
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