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Brennan's 'On Her Game' Explores the Caitlin Clark Effect on the WNBA

WNBA ARENAS, JUL 7 – Christine Brennan highlights Caitlin Clark’s standout rookie stats and explores controversies and league challenges during her first WNBA season in her book 'On Her Game'.

  • In September 2024, veteran sports journalist Christine Brennan published *On Her Game*, covering six weeks of Caitlin Clark's rookie WNBA season amid her rising fame and media attention.
  • Prompted by Clark’s rookie season averaging 19.2 points, 8.4 assists, and leading the league in assists and 3-pointers, Brennan examines the frosty reception influenced by race and attention.
  • Building on Brennan’s six-week coverage, she attended games, quoted press conferences, and reported on incidents like Carrington's playoff eye contact, highlighting Clark's significant impact.
  • In response to criticism, the WNBA Players Association called for Brennan’s credential revocation, highlighting tension over media coverage of Clark’s impact.
  • Beyond the league's growth, legends like Taurasi and Swoopes question Clark's impact, sparking debate as Dr. Edwards urges harnessing the WNBA's surge in popularity.
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KCRG broke the news in Cedar Rapids, United States on Monday, July 7, 2025.
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