LPGA: The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican – Pro Am – Source: Imagn

Though Caitlin Clark usually captivates her fans with her perfect plays, this time, she swapped the basketball court for the golf course. On November 13, 2024, the WNBA star participated in the LPGA Tour Pro-Am event at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Florida. She joined top-ranked golfer Nelly Korda and host Annika Sorenstam.

The event drew a big crowd that followed Clark’s every swing. After her round, she stayed to sign autographs for fans who had gathered to support her. Sharing her experience on Instagram, Clark posted snapshots of the day.

Captioning the post, “Fun day surrounded by two of the best to ever do it.”

Among the many comments, her boyfriend, Connor McCaffery, quickly responded:

“First.”

Clark’s Fever teammate, Aliyah Boston wrote:

“Can you teach me how to golf? Trying to add it to my resume.”

A fan appreciated her hat:

“Love seeing you in pink”

Another said:

“my favorite golfer girl”

“Goated”

Connor McCaffrey and others’ comments on Caitlin Clark’s post (Picture Credit: Instagram)

Clark’s golf outing came after her rookie campaign with the Indiana Fever during the 2024 WNBA season. Over 40 games, she averaged 19.2 points, 8.4 assists, and 5.7 rebounds per game. She shot 41.7% from the field and 34.4% from three-point range.

Caitlin Clark supports Connor McCaffery’s coaching journey

Beyond her basketball achievements, Caitlin Clark supported her boyfriend, Connor McCaffery, as he began his career in college basketball coaching. McCaffery took on the role of assistant coach with Butler University’s men’s basketball team in September 2024.

Clark showed her support by attending the Bulldogs’ season opener on November 4, 2024, at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Dressed casually in a black sweater and bomber jacket, she was in the stands, cheering as Butler secured a 72-65 victory over Missouri State. The win marked a successful debut for McCaffery in his new role.

Before joining Butler, McCaffery was a team assistant for the Indiana Pacers. When the news of his position was announced, Clark shared her excitement on Instagram, writing, “Yayyy!!! So happy for you”. Butler head coach Thad Matta talked about McCaffery’s coaching abilities and said:

“Following a high-level playing career, Connor has had the opportunity to both contribute and learn alongside one of the best staffs in the NBA.”

Caitlin Clark and Connor McCaffery began dating in April 2023 but kept their relationship private initially. Four months later, Clark made it official on Instagram with a post captioned “Best end to summer.”

Clark is currently in her first WNBA offseason after her rookie year. She earned the title of 2024 Rookie of the Year from the league and the Associated Press. Her debut season saw her dominate with averages of 19.2 points, a league-leading 8.4 assists, 5.7 rebounds, and 1.33 steals per game, cementing her status as a rising star in the WNBA.