Caitlin Clark is now a global phenomenon. But she has not stopped going back to her roots time and again. After all, it was from the Iowa Hawkeyes that her journey to greatness started. Recently, Clark was happy to learn about her former Hawkeye teammate, Gabbie Marshall, relocating to Indianapolis.
And while Clark has shown up regularly to Hawkeyes’ games this season, she recently revealed who she looks up to. And it was none other than the Hawkeyes’ coach, Lisa Bluder, that Clark cited as her true inspiration.
Thus, because the 23-year-old has such a deep connection with Iowa, many expect her to speak up about the recent happenings. And surely, after Taylor Stremlow received a tech, Clark lashed out.
What Did Caitlin Clark Say About Taylor Stremlow?
In a recent matchup, the Hawkeyes locked horns with Fairfield. As the game was evenly contested, the heat began to rise among the players. And at the end of the first half, Stremlow got into a bit of a pickle.
As the referee booked Stremlow with a tech, the initial reaction from the Big Ten Network broadcasters too, looked confusing. They could make out whether the foul was directed towards Stremlow or it was her coach, Jan Jansen.
But later on, it became clear that the referee booked Stremlow for getting emotional following a tough block.
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Reflecting on the incident, Clark pointed out how things were a bit too harsh on Stremlow. Taking to her X, formerly known as Twitter account, the Fever star stated, “No way they just gave stremlow a tech for that🤣🤣🤣 refs have to let the girls show emotion.”
No way they just gave stremlow a tech for that🤣🤣🤣 refs have to let the girls show emotion
— Caitlin Clark (@CaitlinClark22) November 30, 2025
Unfortunately, such a reaction from Clark did not seemingly sit well with the fans. And they soon decided to express their point of view online.
Caitlin Clark Faces Backlash After Taylor Stremlow Comments
As soon as the post gained traction, fans flocked to the comments section.
“You should be in the gym working on getting your elbow under your hand girl,” said one fan.
You should be in the gym working on getting your elbow under your hand girl
— Steve123 (@truthandgrace89) November 30, 2025
“Not when directed at another player. Read the rules of play,” said another.
Not when directed at another player. Read the rules of play.
— Melanie Chandler (@Laniwes32) December 1, 2025
“LOL if they called it that way when you were there you would have had 8000 techs in college BabyGOAT,” commented a third.
LOL if they called it that way when you were there you would have had 8000 techs in college BabyGOAT
— drew nunnally (@drew_nunnally) December 1, 2025
“True. But to me there is a boundary, where it becomes taunting; and I don’t like it, in any sport, men or women. Strem sorta crossed that line,” quipped a WNBA enthusiast.
True. But to me there is a boundary, where it becomes taunting; and I don't like it, in any sport, men or women. Strem sorta crossed that line, though if I were the ref, I wouldn't have called that one.
— Alkemyst (@Alkemyst707) December 1, 2025
“Agreed! And you should be allowed to play golf in the WNBA offseason,” chimed in another.
Agreed! And you should be allowed to play golf in the WNBA offseason.
— Alan King (@xtrader7) December 1, 2025
Thus, with things looking a bit messy at the moment, fans will be eager to see whether Clark comes up with a reply or not.