Caitlin Clark’s meteoric recent rise has to be studied, and her loyal Indiana fans are so up for it. The Fever rookie is knocking down one after another basketball accolade like it’s a walk in the park.
Clark has an influence over the Fever, and Cunningham knows it well. Similarly, after she got the AP nod, her influence rose to her fanbase as they went after Clark’s so-called haters to leash them down.
Caitlin Clark’s AP Women’s Basketball All-Time Team Inclusion Sparks Fan Frenzy
The Indiana Fever star, alongside legends like Cheryl Miller and Diana Taurasi, earned a First Team nod, sending her fanbase into a frenzy. Social media erupted with posts celebrating Clark’s inclusion, with many fans taking subtle shots at critics who argued her lack of an NCAA title diminished her legacy.
Caitlin Clark was named to AP's all time Starting 5 of women's college basketball, alongside Cheryl Miller, Candace Parker, Breanna Stewart, and Diana Taurasi pic.twitter.com/q9YXWoR1aj
— Clark Report (@CClarkReport) October 17, 2025
Clark’s record as the NCAA’s all-time leading scorer, with 3,951 points, silenced doubters and fueled a passionate debate about her place among the greats. The AP’s recognition, voted by former players, media, and editors, places Clark among elite company. And that very much set her fans to pour out their emotions on the internet.
“This is gonna piss off soooooooooooooooo many people But it’s 100% the correct call,” a fan wrote.
This is gonna piss off soooooooooooooooo many people
— Cancun CC Report (@cc22report) October 17, 2025
But it’s 100% the correct call https://t.co/94GrRpO9Cf
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“I’m sure everyone will be very normal about this,” another fan wrote.
I’m sure everyone will be very normal about this
— Fal (@Fal1899367) October 17, 2025
“WOW!!! So for all the W haters out there…….NO CHPS for this ALL-TIME Great!!!!!” a third fan added.
WOW!!! So for all the W haters out there…….NO CHPS for this ALL-TIME Great!!!!!
— Publius87 (@Publius871) October 17, 2025
“Who’s gonna stop that team? Seriously. Who?” another one hyped up.
Who's gonna stop that team? Seriously. Who?
— Kara ♡ (@_x_supergirl) October 17, 2025
“But I thought that we were all watching because of Angel Reese?” a fan quipped.
But I thought that we were all watching because of Angel Reese?
— Andy Cain (@GodCenteredUS) October 17, 2025
Her impact, from shattering viewership records to leading Iowa to back-to-back NCAA title games, always saw her loyals celebrating from the sidelines. And with the latest one coming her way, even Clark couldn’t control her true emotions.
Caitlin Clark Makes Humble Admission After AP Nod
Clark’s reaction to the AP honor was characteristically grounded. During her interview with the publication, she came clean with her genuine feelings.
“Being named an AP All-American is one of the most storied honors in college sports. It means a lot to be named to this all-time list alongside players I looked up to. It’s fun to think about what it would have been like if we all played together,” Clark said.
However, Clark’s Iowa career included back-to-back NCAA title game runs, with 49 points against LSU in 2023 and 41 against South Carolina in 2024. Injuries like a quad strain, groin issues, and an ankle bruise limited her 2025 WNBA season, yet she led the Fever to a 24-16 record and their first playoff win since 2015.
Her offseason ventures, like Clark’s plan for DJing in the Fever locker room and a viral Chiefs game appearance with Taylor Swift, keep her in the spotlight.