Caitlin Clark: Sky the limit for college basketball star

Caitlin Clark Selected No. 1 Overall by Indiana Fever in 2024 WNBA Draft

Caitlin Clark Selected No. 1 Overall , by Indiana Fever in 2024 WNBA Draft. The WNBA draft took place on April 15 at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. The WNBA draft took place on April 15 at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Clark, the record-breaking NCAA star who's amplified interest in women's basketball, is headed to play with Indiana, ESPN reports. . Clark, the record-breaking NCAA star who's amplified interest in women's basketball, is headed to play with Indiana, ESPN reports. . I dreamed of this moment since I was in second grade, and it's taken a lot of hard work, a lot of ups and downs, but more than anything, just trying to soak it in, Caitlin Clark, via statement. The last time that the Fever won a WNBA title was in 2012, ESPN reports. . The last time that the Fever won a WNBA title was in 2012, ESPN reports. . But Clark is determined to help the team "get back to championship habits." . I'm very lucky to be going there to an organization that really loves women's basketball, Caitlin Clark, via statement. You see it today, I think they had 17,000 tickets claimed to just watch the draft. I think that shows the excitement in Indianapolis. It's a great basketball city, Caitlin Clark, via statement. For myself, I can't imagine a more perfect fit, a better place for me to start my professional career, an organization that really just believes in women's basketball and wants to do everything the right way. , Caitlin Clark, via statement. So I couldn't be more excited to get there, Caitlin Clark, via statement. Other top WNBA picks include Cameron Brink and Rickea Jackson, who are headed to the Los Angeles Sparks. Other top WNBA picks include Cameron Brink and Rickea Jackson, who are headed to the Los Angeles Sparks. and Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese, who will play with the Chicago Sky. and Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese, who will play with the Chicago Sky

This Day in History: Prince Dies (Sun., April 21)

This Day in History: , Prince Dies. April 21, 2016. The iconic musician, 57, was found dead at his estate, Paisley Park, in Minnesota. Prince had overdosed on fentanyl. His death was ruled accidental. Over the span of four decades, Prince transcended genre and created more than 30 albums, his first in 1978 for Warner Bros. Prince often played all of the instruments on the album himself. He was charismatic and electrifying on stage. His 1984 album 'Purple Rain' sold 13 million copies. It was number one on the 'Billboard' 200 chart for 24 consecutive weeks. He won seven Grammy awards. His final album was released in 2015, just months before his death. Few artists have influenced the sound and trajectory of popular music more distinctly, or touched quite so many people with their talent, President Obama, via History.com

Biden's Fundraiser Gets Disrupted By Pro-Palestinian Protestors In New York ; Details Here| Oneindia

President Joe Biden, alongside Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, faced protests during a fundraiser defending the White House's Gaza crisis handling. The event, raising $25 million, featured discussions moderated by Stephen Colbert at Radio City Music Hall. Obama emphasized the complexities of presidency, while Clinton praised Biden's economic policies. The event aimed to bolster support amid discontent over Biden's Israel stance. #President #JoeBiden #BarackObama #BillClinton #StephenColbert #Israel #ProPalestineProtestors #NewYorkProtests #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~ED.102~PR.152~GR.124~

Biden Campaign to Rake In $25 Million at Star-Studded Fundraiser

Biden Campaign to Rake In $25 Million , at Star-Studded Fundraiser. President Biden will host the most lucrative political fundraiser in American history on March 28, Politico reports. . The event will feature former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton. The event will feature former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton. Mindy Kaling will emcee the event from Radio City Music Hall. There will be musical performances by Cynthia Erivo, Queen Latifah, Lizzo. There will be musical performances by Cynthia Erivo, Queen Latifah, Lizzo. There will be musical performances by Cynthia Erivo, Queen Latifah, Lizzo. Lea Michele and Ben Platt. Lea Michele and Ben Platt. Stephen Colbert will host an "armchair conversation" with Biden, Obama and Clinton. Unlike our opponent, every dollar we’re raising is going to reach the voters who will decide this election — communicating the president’s historic record, his vision for the future and laying plain the stakes of this election, Jeffrey Katzenberg, the Biden campaign co-chair, via statement. The numbers don’t lie: today’s event is a massive show of force and a true reflection of the momentum to reelect the Biden-Harris ticket, Jeffrey Katzenberg, the Biden campaign co-chair, via statement. $25 million is expected to be raised at the event. . By comparison, Biden's campaign raised $21 million during all of last month. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump raised $20 million during the month of February.

16 Republican AGs Sue Biden Administration for Pausing Liquid Natural Gas Exports

16 Republican AGs Sue Biden Administration , for Pausing Liquid Natural Gas Exports. The lawsuit was filed on March 21. The states claim that the Biden administration does not have the authority to deny "federal permits for new liquid natural gas (LNG) exports," 'The Hill' reports. . The 16 attorneys general also allege that the pause goes against Congress. This ban disregards statutory mandates, flouts the normal regulatory process, upends the industry, disrupts Plaintiffs’ economies, and subverts our constitutional structure, Via lawsuit. These unlawful actions leave Plaintiffs with no choice but to once more turn to the courts to enforce the law, Via lawsuit. The suit goes on to allege that the ban is motivated by politics and comes "in the midst of an election year, and after a sustained pressure campaign from billionaire conglomerates, celebrities, ‘influencers,’ and banks.". The timing of the decision, in an election year, raises the likelihood that political motivations drove the action, House Oversight Committee Republicans, in a letter to Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm. LNG, which is often considered to be "a bridge between coal and renewables," was first pushed by the Obama administration. LNG, which is often considered to be "a bridge between coal and renewables," was first pushed by the Obama administration. President Biden's pause on permits signifies a stark contrast from his predecessor. In February, the House passed a bill that would strip the White House of its LNG permit authority

Remembering Aretha Franklin

Remembering Aretha Franklin. Aretha Louise Franklin was born on March 25, 1942, and died on August 16, 2018. Here are five facts to celebrate the “Queen of Soul.”. 1. She was the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 2. Franklin taught herself how to play the piano by ear. 3. She performed for Presidents Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama. 4. Franklin's single, "Respect," was a civil rights anthem. 5. NASA named an asteroid after her. Happy Birthday, Aretha Franklin!

Caitlin Clark Has No Regrets Following Loss to South Carolina

Caitlin Clark , Has No Regrets , Following Loss to South Carolina. Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes lost 87-75 to the South Carolina Gamecocks in the national championship game on April 7. Even though the Hawkeyes lost in the finals both this year to South Carolina and last year to LSU, . Iowa had only made it to the Final Four one other time in 1993, ESPN reports. . Iowa had only made it to the Final Four one other time in 1993, ESPN reports. . When I reflect back on my [Iowa] career, I know I gave it every single thing I had, Caitlin Clark, via statement. Basically, everybody believed there's no way Iowa was making the Final Four once. But to do it twice? That's pretty incredible, Caitlin Clark, via statement. Clark also said that she has no regrets about how her college career ended. . Clark also said that she has no regrets about how her college career ended. . Whether it's the way the fans have supported me, the way I've been able to represent my state where I grew up, my family being at every single game -- , Caitlin Clark, via statement. ... there's not a regret in my mind of how things went, Caitlin Clark, via statement. I'll be able to sleep every night even though I never won a national championship, Caitlin Clark, via statement. Clark leaves Iowa as one of the best players in NCAA history. Clark leaves Iowa as one of the best players in NCAA history. She had 3,951 points, 1,144 assists and 990 rebounds throughout the course of her college career. Clark has her eyes set on the WNBA next. She's expected to be the No. 1 draft pick by the Indiana Fever on April 15, ESPN reports. . Clark has her eyes set on the WNBA next. She's expected to be the No. 1 draft pick by the Indiana Fever on April 15, ESPN reports.

This Day in History: March Madness Is Born

This Day in History: , March Madness Is Born. March 27, 1939. The University of Oregon won the first NCAA men's basketball tournament when it defeated Ohio State University, 46-33. That year, only eight teams had been invited to participate. Now, March Madness hosts 68 teams after expanding from 65 in 2011. The first NCAA women's tournament took place in 1982. UCLA has won the most NCAA men's basketball championships with 11 titles, followed by Kentucky with eight. The tournament has transformed college basketball into the most-gambled-upon sporting event after the Super Bowl

Hawkeyes Ticket Prices Surge Following Caitlin Clark’s WNBA Draft Declaration

Hawkeyes Ticket Prices Surge , Following Caitlin Clark’s WNBA Draft Declaration. Clark announced that she will enter the 2024 WNBA Draft on Feb. 29, Fox Business reports. . Clark announced that she will enter the 2024 WNBA Draft on Feb. 29, Fox Business reports. . While this season is far from over and we have a lot more goals to achieve, it will be my last one at Iowa. I am excited to be entering the 2024 WNBA Draft, Caitlin Clark, via X. While this season is far from over and we have a lot more goals to achieve, it will be my last one at Iowa. I am excited to be entering the 2024 WNBA Draft, Caitlin Clark, via X. It is impossible to fully express my gratitude to everyone who has supported me during my time at Iowa.., Caitlin Clark, via X. Most importantly, none of this would have been possible without my family and friends who have been by my side through it all. Because of all of you, my dreams came true. , Caitlin Clark, via X. March 3 will mark the Hawkeyes' season finale. They are currently 24-4. Clark's WNBA Draft announcement has sent ticket prices soaring for supporters hoping to watch her play one more time before she turns pro. Clark's WNBA Draft announcement has sent ticket prices soaring for supporters hoping to watch her play one more time before she turns pro. According to TickPick.com, the secondary market's average ticket price for the Hawkeyes' upcoming game against Ohio State is $557. According to TickPick.com, the secondary market's average ticket price for the Hawkeyes' upcoming game against Ohio State is $557. As of Feb. 29, the cheapest available ticket was $487, and the most expensive was $2,919. Clark is only 18 points away from breaking the NCAA's all-time scoring record. Clark is only 18 points away from breaking the NCAA's all-time scoring record. The late Pete Maravich, who played for LSU from 1967-1970, currently holds the record with 3,667 points