I want to personally thank Caitlin Clark for lifting up our sport, Staleysaid.
I mean, shes really damn good regardless.
But winning the championship would seal the deal.
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I hope to the dear Lord she doesnt.
After Staleys thoughtful shout-out from the podium, fans praised the 53-year-old coach for her remarks.
Thats straight class, wrote one fanon Xin the replies of ESPNs video of the moment.
Head coach Dawn Staley of the South Carolina Gamecocks celebrates after beating the Iowa Hawkeyes in the 2024 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament National Championship.
Clark, too, was appreciative of Staleys words.
Obviously, shes somebody I respect so much.
I respect what shes done for South Carolina.
Caitlin Clark, #22 of the Iowa Hawkeyes, dribbles the ball while being guarded by Raven Johnson, #25 of the South Carolina Gamecocks, during the second half at the 2024 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament championship game.
I respect what she did as a player for our game.
Anytime you might get the praises of her is pretty special, so that means a lot.
