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Kate Martin details Caitlin Clark’s competitive mindset in the WNBA

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 11:01 AM

Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Kate Martin details Caitlin Clark’s competitive mindset in the WNBA

Summary

Chicago Sky guard Kate Martin recently discussed the work ethic of Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark during an appearance on the Bird’s Eye View podcast. Martin, who played alongside Clark for five years at Iowa, noted that Clark treated practice sessions with intense competitiveness to elevate the entire team. This approach included viewing teammates as rivals during drills to maintain a high level of excellence. Clark currently averages 22.5 points and 8.4 assists per game as the Fever compete for a spot in the WNBA Playoffs. While the two former college teammates now face each other in the professional ranks, Martin highlighted that this drive remains a signature of Clark’s performance on the court. Martin has played for four different teams since being drafted in 2024.

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By the Numbers

•Kate Martin and Caitlin Clark were college teammates at Iowa from 2019 to 2024.
•Caitlin Clark maintains a high-intensity approach in practice to push her teammates.
•Caitlin Clark currently averages 22.5 points and 8.4 assists per game.
•Kate Martin has played for the Aces, Valkyries, Sparks, and Sky since being drafted.

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11:01 AMYahoo Sports — Kate Martin breaks down why Caitlin Clark’s mindset separates her from other WNBA stars

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Chicago Sky guard Kate Martin shared her insight into Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark’s mindset from their shared time together in college. Martin was one of Clark’s key teammates on the Iowa Hawkeyes, with the pair declaring for the WNBA Draft together in 2024.
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