Caitlin Clark's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Caitlin Clark. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Caitlin Clark is an American professional basketball player for the Indiana Fever, widely considered one of the greatest college players of all time. While at the University of Iowa, she was twice named national female college basketball player of the year and became the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer. Clark's impact has extended beyond the court, significantly boosting the popularity of women's basketball, a phenomenon known as the 'Caitlin Clark effect'.

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2017: FIBA Under-16 Women's Americas Championship Gold Medal

In 2017, Caitlin Clark represented the United States at the FIBA Under-16 Women's Americas Championship in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She helped her team win the gold medal.

February 4, 2019: 60-Point Game

On February 4, 2019, during her junior season, Caitlin Clark scored 60 points in a game against Mason City High School. She also set the state single-game record with 13 three-pointers.

2019: FIBA Under-19 Women's Basketball World Cup Gold Medal

In 2019, Caitlin Clark played at the FIBA Under-19 Women's Basketball World Cup in Bangkok, Thailand. She won another gold medal.

2020: Ranked #1 Player

By her sophomore season at Dowling Catholic in 2020, Caitlin Clark was ranked the number one player in the 2020 high school class by ESPN.

2021: FIBA Under-19 Women's Basketball World Cup MVP

In 2021, Caitlin Clark competed at the FIBA Under-19 Women's Basketball World Cup in Debrecen, Hungary. She led the United States to the gold medal and was named Most Valuable Player.

December 6, 2023: Reaching 3,000 Career Points

On December 6, 2023, Caitlin Clark reached 3,000 career points, becoming the 15th Division I player to reach this milestone and the second-fastest, after posting 35 points, nine rebounds, and five assists in a 67–58 victory over Iowa State.

2023: National Player of the Year Awards

In 2023, Caitlin Clark won all major national player of the year awards including AP Player of the Year, the Honda Sports Award, the John R. Wooden Award, Naismith College Player of the Year, USBWA National Player of the Year and the Wade Trophy. She was also named the Big Ten Female Athlete of the Year.

2023: NCAA Tournament and National Player of the Year Awards

In 2023, Caitlin Clark won all major national player of the year awards. She also reached the NCAA championship game, but lost the title.

January 2, 2024: Game-Winning Shot Against Michigan State

On January 2, 2024, Caitlin Clark scored 40 points and made a game-winning three-pointer as time expired in a 76–73 win over Michigan State.

January 31, 2024: Breaking Big Ten All-Time Scoring Record

On January 31, 2024, Caitlin Clark scored 35 points and had 10 assists in a 110–74 win over Northwestern, breaking the Big Ten all-time scoring record held by Kelsey Mitchell of Ohio State.

February 2024: Clark becomes top-selling college athlete on Fanatics

In February 2024, Caitlin Clark became the top-selling college athlete on the online sports merchandise retailer Fanatics, surpassing Colorado Buffaloes quarterback, Shedeur Sanders.

February 22, 2024: "Caitlin Clark Day" declared in Iowa

On February 22, 2024, the Iowa House of Representatives unanimously passed a resolution declaring February 22 as "Caitlin Clark Day" in the state, referencing her jersey number.

April 15, 2024: Selected as First Overall Pick in WNBA Draft

On April 15, 2024, Caitlin Clark was selected as the first overall pick in the 2024 WNBA draft by the Indiana Fever.

June 2024: ESPY Awards nomination

In June 2024, Clark was nominated for three ESPY Awards.

July 11, 2024: ESPY Awards

On July 11, 2024, at the 2024 ESPY Awards, Caitlin Clark won the Best Female College Athlete ESPY Award for a second time and became the first female athlete to win the Best Record-Breaking Performance ESPY Award.

August 18, 2024: WNBA Rookie Assist Record

On August 18, 2024, Caitlin Clark set a new WNBA rookie assist record, surpassing the previous record of 225 assists held by Ticha Penicheiro since 1998, during a game against the Seattle Storm which her team won 92-75.

December 2024: Athlete of the Year

In December 2024, Caitlin Clark was named Athlete of the Year by Time magazine and Female Athlete of the Year by the AP.

2024: Big Ten Tournament and NCAA Tournament Successes

In 2024, Caitlin Clark led Iowa to its third straight Big Ten tournament title, earning the MOP award. During the NCAA tournament, she achieved several milestones, including surpassing Stephen Curry and Darius McGhee for the most three-pointers in a single season, and also surpassed Kelsey Plum for the most points in a single season. Iowa reached the national championship game for a second consecutive season but lost to South Carolina.

2024: Included in Forbes' World's 100 Most Powerful Women list

In 2024, Caitlin Clark was included in the World's 100 Most Powerful Women list by Forbes, becoming the first basketball player and the second athlete in the past 20 years to appear on the list. In the same year, she was also included in the Forbes 30 Under 30 list and the Sports Illustrated Power List.

2024: WNBA Draft and Rookie Season

In 2024, Caitlin Clark was selected first overall by the Indiana Fever in the WNBA draft. During her rookie season, she achieved the WNBA Rookie of the Year award, made the All-WNBA First Team, and participated in the WNBA All-Star Game. She also set league records in assists and rookie scoring.

February 2, 2025: Jersey Retirement Ceremony

On February 2, 2025, Caitlin Clark's No. 22 jersey was retired by the University of Iowa, following the Hawkeyes' win over No. 4 USC.

May 17, 2025: Third Career Triple-Double

On May 17, 2025, Caitlin Clark began her second year in the WNBA with a dominant performance, recording her third career triple-double, with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, in the Fever's 93–58 win over the Chicago Sky.