Caitlin Clark wants to share the wealth.
During her amazing first season in the WNBA, fans everywhere came to see the Fever star. According to official data, the Fever’s home games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse had a record 340,715 fans (17,036 on average). Even their away games were packed with a total of 264,643 fans (13,232 average).
Clark’s Generosity
While Clark is a big reason for this new fan interest in the WNBA, she wants all players to benefit from the extra money coming in. At a recent event at The Economic Club of Washington, D.C., Fever President and COO Allison Barber shared a touching story about Clark’s kindness.
"Here’s all you need to know about Caitlin Clark: When we would go to away games, they always sold out," Barber said. "Atlanta Dream usually had 3,000 to 4,000 people. Now they have 17,000 people and even sold 1,000 standing-room-only tickets. People were on that third balcony just to watch our players’ heads… After some away games and sellouts, Caitlin asked if the WNBA could give spot bonuses to away team players."
"She said ‘We’re making all this new revenue; I want the away team to benefit too. Could they get a spot bonus?’ That’s Caitlin Clark for you—classy and amazing."
WNBA’s Response
Barber also mentioned that the WNBA declined Clark’s request because it goes against their CBA rules.
Heart of Caitlin Clark
She advocated for away team players to get spot bonuses and she never brought it up or tried to take credit for that.
Also listen till the end how impactful she is and what brands say about her.
Thank you @CaitlinClark22
— Hoop22 (@hoops36272)
The Concept of Spot Bonuses
A spot bonus is a one-time reward given for boosting financial metrics in sports leagues. With more fans attending due to Clark’s presence at away games, she deserved this bonus but wanted others to share it too.
Fans love how selfless she is!
Though her team didn’t make it far in playoffs this season, Clark ended with many records both on and off the court. Check out more details here.
Isn’t it refreshing when athletes think beyond themselves?
