Caitlin Clark on not making the Olympic team:

“Honestly, no disappointment. I think it just gives you something to work for. That’s a dream. Hopefully one day I can be there. It’s just a little more motivation, you remember that. Hopefully when four years comes back around I could be there.”

“They called me and let me know before everything came out, which was really respectful of them… they did the same for every girl that made the team or every girl that didn’t make the team.”

“I’ve loved competing every single second, but it’s gonna be a great month for my body to get rest and get healthy and just get a little time away from basketball… additionally, a great opportunity for us to work and get better. A great opportunity for myself to get in the weight room, to work on the court, and work on things that I want to get better at that maybe I didn’t have time for going from college to the pro season.”

Caitlin Clark Embraces Olympic Snub as Motivation

Despite the initial shock and disappointment among her loyal fans, Caitlin Clark has taken her omission from the USA Women’s Olympic Basketball team in stride. In a recent statement, Clark expressed no disappointment, instead viewing it as motivation to improve and achieve her dream of making the team in the future.

“Honestly, no disappointment. I think it just gives you something to work for. That’s a dream. Hopefully one day I can be there. It’s just a little more motivation, you remember that. Hopefully when four years comes back around I could be there,” Clark said.

Clark praised the committee’s respectful communication, noting that they informed her of the decision personally before the public announcement. “They called me and let me know before everything came out, which was really respectful of them… they did the same for every girl that made the team or every girl that didn’t make the team,” she added.

Looking ahead, Clark sees this as a valuable time to rest, recover, and focus on personal development. “I’ve loved competing every single second, but it’s gonna be a great month for my body to get rest and get healthy and just get a little time away from basketball… additionally, a great opportunity for us to work and get better. A great opportunity for myself to get in the weight room, to work on the court, and work on things that I want to get better at that maybe I didn’t have time for going from college to the pro season.”

With her positive outlook and dedication, Caitlin Clark remains a beacon of inspiration, demonstrating resilience and determination in the face of setbacks. Her journey continues to captivate fans, as they eagerly anticipate her future achievements both on and off the court.