The Pressure of Perfection: Caitlin Clark's Mental Challenge Caitlin Clark, the star player for the Indiana Fever, recently made headlines when she sat out a game due to back soreness.
Her comments reveal a more nuanced issue: the mental toll of returning from injuries and the pressure to perform at an elite level.
Clark's decision not to play was thorough: she underwent treatment on Tuesday, went through a pregame workout, and even lifted weights before ultimately deciding against suiting up for the game.