Iowa’s Caitlin Clark Breaks NCAA Record for Most Three-Pointers in a Season
Caitlin Clark, the star player for the Iowa Hawkeyes, has once again made history in her final season of college basketball. Clark, who already holds the title of all-time leading scorer in Division I college basketball, shattered the single-season three-pointers-made record that she previously shared with Golden State Warriors All-Star Steph Curry.
Clark, Curry, and former Liberty guard Darius McGhee had all made 162 three-pointers in a single season, creating a three-way tie. However, Clark went into Friday night’s quarterfinal game against Penn State in the Big Ten Tournament needing just one more three-pointer to break the record. Despite a poor shooting performance overall, Clark managed to make two three-pointers, securing her place in history.
The significance of this achievement is not lost on Clark. “I couldn’t imagine what it’s like now,” Curry remarked when asked about the attention Clark has received compared to his own college days. “Mine was before Twitter was really a thing. I didn’t get Instagram until I was a junior in college. So just the social media element makes it so much crazier.”
Clark’s record-breaking moment came in front of a sold-out crowd at the Target Center in Minneapolis, where the Big Ten Tournament was being held. Over 109,000 fans purchased tickets, eager to witness Clark’s incredible talent firsthand. The tournament’s popularity can largely be attributed to Clark’s remarkable skills on the court.
This latest accomplishment adds to Clark’s already impressive resume. Just days before breaking the three-point record, she surpassed Pete Maravich’s career points record of 3,617. Maravich had set this record over three seasons at LSU, while Clark achieved it in a shorter period of time.
With her sights set on the WNBA Draft, Clark has made it clear that she will be leaving Iowa once her run with the Hawkeyes comes to an end. The Big Ten Tournament may mark the end of her college career, as it follows a single-elimination format. However, regardless of the outcome, Iowa is guaranteed a spot in the upcoming NCAA Tournament.
As fans eagerly await Selection Sunday on March 17, when the tournament seeding will be announced, Clark’s record-breaking season has undoubtedly solidified her place among the greatest players in college basketball history. Her extraordinary talent and ability to consistently break records have captivated audiences nationwide, making her a true force to be reckoned with on the court.
Stay tuned for more updates on Caitlin Clark’s remarkable journey as she continues to make her mark in the world of basketball.
