Caitlin Clark shares her controversial thoughts on the Indiana Fever’s likely new coach
Clark will be anxious to find out the Fever's new official HC
As speculation swirls around the Indiana Fever’s upcoming coaching decision, Caitlin Clark’s enthusiasm for one top candidate is making waves. While nothing is official yet, the former Rookie of the Year’s fondness for Stephanie White is hard to overlook in the team’s anticipated search to replace Christie Sides.
The 47-year-old White, a familiar name in WNBA circles, recently ended a two-year stint with the Connecticut Sun, a departure that sparked rumors of her potential return to Indiana.
White’s history with the Fever is well-known; she played for the team in the early 2000s and later coached them to a WNBA championship game appearance. With her name circulating for head coaching roles at both the Fever and the Sky, it seems clear where her roots and fan support lie.
Meanwhile, Clark‘s connection with White has grown since her college days at Iowa. White often covered Clark‘s games as a commentator, a role that allowed the pair to interact at numerous shootarounds and in conversations courtside.
Clark has openly praised White’s basketball expertise, once referring to her as a “great basketball mind.” This mutual respect has now stirred Fever fans who hope to see their star player’s implicit endorsement play a part in the hiring decision.
Clark hasn’t publicly endorsed White
Even though Clark hasn’t publicly lobbied for White’s appointment, her admiration for the candidate underscores the unique relationship the two share. Clark’s first professional matchup was, coincidentally, against White’s Sun-a game that reinforced Clark‘s belief in White’s expertise and trailblazing presence in the WNBA. And while Clark isn’t the decision-maker, her backing offers a strong endorsement for White’s fit with Indiana.
The Fever’s leadership has yet to finalize the coaching selection, and though the final decision won’t hinge solely on Clark’s preference, her endorsement is hard to ignore.
The team knows what’s at stake, and White’s potential appointment could align well with the Fever’s aspirations and with the voice of one of their most influential players. The stage is set for a potential reunion, and Clark’s excitement might be the spark that nudges the Fever toward a familiar, yet fresh, direction.
