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It Would Be Foolish To Keep Caitlin Clark Off Team USA at Paris

The hoop phenom’s prolific scoring and appeal can’t be left out of the Olympics.

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Caitlin Clark celebrates after becoming the all-time leading scorer in NCAA Division I basketball, March 3, 2024, at Iowa City. AP/Cliff Jette
GEORGE WILLIS
GEORGE WILLIS

A silly notion is circulating that Caitlin Clark might somehow not be part of Team USA when it competes for the gold medal in women’s basketball at the upcoming Olympic Games at Paris.

The 12-player team is expected to be announced on June 1, and there’s speculation Ms. Clark isn’t a lock to be part of the coveted squad because she hasn’t participated in a senior team training camp and lacks proven WNBA experience. Hogwash.

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GEORGE WILLIS
GEORGE WILLIS

Mr. Willis is an accomplished writer whose career reflects an unwavering dedication to journalism. His unique insights and extensive contributions have been featured in various press outlets. A native of Las Cruces, New Mexico, he and his wife Janelle reside at Aventura, Florida.

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