Connor McCaffery Shows Love for Caitlin Clark After Iowa's NCAA Championship Loss

Caitlin Clark s Boyfriend Shares Support After NCAA Championships Loss

Caitlin Clark and Connor McCaffery. Courtesy of Caitlin Clark/Instagram

Caitlin Clark's boyfriend, Connor McCaffery, showed his support following the University of Iowa's unexpected loss in the NCAA women's basketball final.

McCaffery, 25, posted on his Instagram Story on Sunday, April 7, a picture of Clark, 22, leaving the court for the final time in her college basketball career, with the caption "My GOAT," which means "Greatest Of All Time."

Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes were defeated by the University of South Carolina Gamecocks 87-75 in the NCAA Championship game on Sunday. Despite the loss, Clark still managed to score the most points in the game, totaling 30 points. Her career total of points now stands at 3,951.

During a press conference following the game, Clark expressed her gratitude for the support she has received from fans, her ability to represent her home state, and the unwavering presence of her family at every game. She stated, “There’s not a single regret in my mind about how things played out. Even though I never secured a national championship, I will go to bed at night knowing I gave it my all.”

She continued: "I don't dwell on things that didn't happen. My mom taught me to stay positive, be proud of my achievements, and always strive for more."

In February, the Iowa Hawkeyes guard shared that she will be joining the WNBA Draft following the 2023-24 college season. (Rumors suggest that Clark is expected to be selected by the Indiana Fever in the upcoming draft.)

Clark, a senior in college, still has one more year of eligibility left thanks to the NCAA's "COVID year" extension for the 2020-21 season. Despite her impressive accomplishments leading Iowa to the National Championship Game in 2023 and breaking the women's college basketball scoring record, she is ready to move forward in her career.

Caitlin Clark s Boyfriend Shares Support After NCAA Championships Loss

Caitlin Clark expressed her gratitude to everyone who has supported her during her time at Iowa. She mentioned her teammates, coaches, trainers, and staff who allowed her to be herself. She also thanked the Hawkeye fans who fill Carver-Hawkeye Arena every night, as well as everyone who came out to support them across the country, especially the young kids.

The athlete, along with her boyfriend, has won over the hearts of fans and celebrities such as Jason Sudeikis, Travis Scott, President Joe Biden, and Ice Cube.

Last month, when Clark became the NCAA's all-time leading scorer, Biden sent his congratulations.

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"Congratulations to Caitlin Clark for making history as the NCAA all-time leading scorer," Biden wrote in March. He shared a video of Clark from Iowa Women's Basketball, praising her for scoring 3,685 points and making her school proud.

LeBron James also chimed in to celebrate her victory, tweeting, “CONGRATS @CaitlinClark22 on becoming the All-Time leading scorer!!”

Editor's P/S:

Caitlin Clark's remarkable NCAA career culminated in a bittersweet end, with the Iowa Hawkeyes falling short in the Championship game. Despite the loss, her boyfriend, Connor McCaffery, expressed his unwavering support, calling her the "Greatest Of All Time." Clark's gratitude for the journey and her determination to move forward with her WNBA career demonstrate her resilience and ambition.

The outpouring of support from fans, celebrities, and even President Biden highlights the impact Clark has made on the sport. Her record-breaking achievements and infectious enthusiasm have captivated audiences, inspiring young athletes and earning her a place among the legends of women's basketball. As she prepares for the next chapter in her career, Clark's legacy as a trailblazing scorer and role model will continue to inspire and motivate countless individuals.