DES MOINES, Iowa—College basketball player Caitlin Clark expressed her support for showcasing the vital role Black women have played in forming the WNBA and for highlighting the efforts of Black women in the league.
In a recent statement, Clark discussed her privileged status and the significance of honoring Black players’ achievements, who have always played a key role in the league’s success. A significant number of the league’s most talented players have been Black. They have been the foundation of this league, according to Clark.
Clark underlined that sponsors and businesses must give Black athletes more funding and visibility, and that any attempt to elevate them must be deliberate. She said, “I think it’s very important the more we can appreciate that, highlight that, talk about that, and then continue to have brands and companies invest in those players that have made this league incredible.”
The University of Iowa standout emphasized the part she and others may play in advancing equity while acknowledging her own impact and accountability. She remarked, “I want to say that I’ve earned everything, but there is privilege as a white person.” The more we can improve the status of Black women, the better.
With many athletes calling for institutional reform and increased diversity across leagues, Clark’s remarks coincide with ongoing discussions about race, representation, and equity in professional sports.
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