Caitlin Clark—another day, another public figure bending over backward to appease the woke mob.
Time Magazine’s Athlete of the Year, a record-breaking WNBA rookie, NCAA star, and undisputed basketball phenom, decided her crowning achievement wasn’t enough without throwing in a dollop of “white privilege” guilt. Because in 2024, success isn’t truly complete unless it’s followed by a politically correct apology tour.
Let’s be clear: Caitlin Clark earned her accolades. She shattered records, brought unprecedented attention to the WNBA, and filled arenas like no one else in recent memory. Her Indiana Fever saw record-breaking attendance, and the league as a whole enjoyed a 48% spike in viewership during her rookie season. She even endured physical and verbal abuse on the court, with players like Chennedy Carter taking cheap shots and pundits like Jemele Hill diminishing her achievements to skin color. And yet, Clark feels the need to apologize for what, exactly? Her talent? Her popularity? Her hard work?
Clark’s declaration of “white privilege” is a masterclass in woke theatrics. “I’ve earned every single thing,” she says—before immediately undermining her own accomplishments by attributing them to privilege. Make it make sense. Instead of simply celebrating her well-deserved success, Clark dives headfirst into woke waters, vowing to “elevate” Black players and “highlight” their contributions to the WNBA.
Here’s the thing: no one is disputing that Black players have been instrumental in the league’s history. But Clark isn’t responsible for the racial dynamics of basketball any more than LeBron James is responsible for the racial dynamics of golf. Why can’t she just be recognized for what she brings to the game without turning it into a sociology lecture?
Look at this. She’s on the knee all but apologizing for being white and getting attention. The self-flagellation. The “oh pls pay attention to the black players who are REALY the ones you want to celebrate.” Condescending. Fake. Transparent. Sad. https://t.co/cTzk0CTLPn
— Megyn Kelly (@megynkelly) December 10, 2024
Then we have Sunny Hostin, who practically tripped over herself to reduce Clark’s popularity to her being a “relatable” white woman. Because apparently, in Hostin’s world, it’s inconceivable that people are drawn to Clark’s insane three-point range, unselfish playmaking, and ability to electrify crowds. No, it has to be her whiteness. That’s not just lazy analysis—it’s divisive and cheapens the accomplishments of all athletes in the league.
It’s also worth noting how Clark’s success has drawn attention to the WNBA like never before. She’s not just breaking records; she’s making the league more profitable and visible. Sponsors, fans, and media attention are flooding in, which benefits all players, regardless of race. But instead of celebrating this collective win, the narrative becomes about race and privilege. Why can’t we just celebrate a talented athlete without forcing her to carry the weight of America’s sociopolitical baggage?
NEW: Caitlin Clark says she has white privilege in her TIME Athlete of the Year piece, says the WNBA is built on black players.
As quoted by TIME, Clark says she earned her success but says she has privilege because she’s white.
Clark says she now wants to help elevate… pic.twitter.com/TPKeDRdSGa
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) December 10, 2024
The real tragedy here is how the woke mob continues to twist individual success into a platform for collective guilt. Caitlin Clark doesn’t owe anyone an apology for being good at her job. Her achievements should inspire, not serve as an excuse for self-flagellation. Instead of pandering to the crowd that will never be satisfied, maybe it’s time we let athletes be athletes and let their records speak for themselves. After all, isn’t that what sports are supposed to be about?
