Several former and current Iowa Hawkeyes basketball players, including Caitlin Clark, Jada Gyamfi, Gabbie Marshall, and Kate Martin, reunited Sunday at the WNBA All-Star Game held at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. The reunion generated excitement among fans and was shared widely after photographer Bri Lewerke snapped a selfie with the group and posted it on Instagram.
The moment was further highlighted when Jada Gyamfi, a Hawkeyes forward entering her senior season, reshared the photo with a simple caption expressing her joy about the gathering.
“Reunited with my favorites,” she captioned the story with three emojis.
—Jada Gyamfi, Forward
Performance and Achievements of Hawkeyes Players Highlighted
Jada Gyamfi has contributed to the team with an average of 1.3 points per game on 48.8% shooting accuracy, including 29.4% from three-point range. She has also averaged 0.7 rebounds, 0.3 assists, and 0.1 steals across 39 games. Meanwhile, Gabbie Marshall, who played for Iowa from 2019 to 2024, played a key role in leading the team to the 2023 NCAA title game alongside Caitlin Clark.
Kate Martin, selected 18th overall in the second round of the 2024 WNBA Draft by the Las Vegas Aces, made notable contributions during her collegiate career. Martin earned the 2021 Big Ten Outstanding Sportsmanship Award and was named to the 2024 Second-team All-Big Ten. Over five seasons with the Hawkeyes, she appeared in 163 games and averaged 8.0 points per game, shooting 46.4% overall and 35.5% from beyond the arc, alongside 4.6 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 0.9 steals, and 0.4 blocks in 26.3 minutes on average.
Martin also addressed Caitlin Clark’s injury during a recent interview, expressing concern for her teammate’s recovery.
“You never want to see anybody get injured, and it just kills me,” Martin said. “I know how much of a go-getter she is, so anything like this is going to stink. I know she just wants to be out there with her team, and she just wants to be playing all the time. So hopefully she can rest up and heal up soon.”
—Kate Martin, Former Iowa Hawkeyes Player
Impact of Caitlin Clark’s Absence at the WNBA All-Star Game
Caitlin Clark was unable to participate in the WNBA All-Star Game due to an injury. Without Clark, Team Collier claimed a decisive 151-131 victory on Sunday. Napheesa Collier set a new All-Star scoring record by surpassing the previous mark of 34 points, held by Dallas Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale from last season.
Collier delivered an outstanding performance with 36 points, nine rebounds, and one assist, shooting an efficient 13-for-16 from the field. Her accuracy included 4-for-5 from the three-point line and a flawless six-for-six from the free-throw line, leading Team Collier to their win.
Significance of the Reunion and What Lies Ahead
The Caitlin Clark Iowa Hawkeyes reunion at the WNBA All-Star Game showcased the strong bonds among current and former players and highlighted their continuing impact in professional basketball. Although Clark’s injury kept her sidelined, the gathering emphasized the unity within the Hawkeyes community as they advance in their careers. Fans will be watching closely as Clark works to recover and return to the court, while players like Kate Martin and Jada Gyamfi continue to build their legacies both in college and at the professional level.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Why was Caitlin Clark sitting with Taylor Swift?
A. Clark and Swift were both spotted in the same suite at Arrowhead Stadium during the Chiefs’ playoff game against the Texans on Saturday. This marked the first time they attended a game together. According to Clark, Swift had invited her earlier this season.
Q. Why is Taylor Swift sitting with Caitlin Clark?
A. Taylor Swift was spotted sitting beside WNBA player Caitlin Clark during the Chiefs’ home game against the Houston Texans. Clark attended the game in Swift’s suite shortly after saying the singer had invited her to join.
Q. What did Taylor Swift give Caitlin Clark?
A. Taylor Swift gifted Caitlin Clark all the Eras Tour T-shirts and sweatshirts. During her visit to Taylor’s 2024 Eras Tour show in Indianapolis, Caitlin received four bags of tour merchandise.