Is she gonna try to walk this back when she figures it out? Wow, not a good look. Whoever else is on the show with her is also clueless.
Especially not for someone who is supposed to be “growing the game.”
I have no issue with her having her own opinion. I even agree with her point about fifth years not qualifying for records.
They may as well count it and call it a day. There are just too many variables to consider.
Of course she’s allowed to have an opinion but she is spreading misinformation and lies, while also trying to detract from CC’s accomplishments. That, for me, is unacceptable to do to any player.
She obviously is confused with how many years CC has played. I think towards the end she realizes she may be incorrect and says ...I THINK. Her position is clear (and makes sense) and she simply believes if you break a record in college then that should cover an equal number of seasons. I don't know how she feels about Clark. Since Clark is approaching the record...who else would she talk about?
I think it was obvious how she feels about Clark. Sure if she was just confused about the Covid year I think that would have been reasonable. She also stated Clark is 25 playing against 20 years old and takes 40 shots a game (which is also hilarious because she averages less shot attempts than Swoopes did). I understand her position and fully agree but using Clark as an example and spewing inaccuracies is disrespectful. I don’t personally understand having such a hard take when it’s obvious she has no idea what she’s talking about in regards to Clark.
No asterisk needed if she only plays 4 full years.
Is that you Sheryl Swoopes?
I deleted my post cuz you are 100% correct. I just assumed this was Clark's 5th year. YIKES my bad! Ok back to bashing Swoopes LOL
She clearly was confused.
SO you were confused about the year like Swoopes. That was my point. Confusion versus providing misinformation. I get confused myself since the covid year thing was added. Not to mention that different conferences and teams use varying methods to state the player's year. Some will call a rs junior a senior. Or a grad student a senior. I didn't detect maliciousness.
I wasn't confused, I just listened to the interview and assumed Sheryl knew what she was talking about (ie. 5th year). For the record, I'd never go on some national podcast and start spouting off like that if I didn't have the facts in order. BUT yeah - my bad for assuming she knew what she was talking about LOL.
That's why I don't fall in love with stats. Anyone who has even a novice interest recognizes a good player. Having said that, I don't think she meant literally 40 shots, but instead let's say... a lot more than most, if not all. Now whether that's pertinent or not, it certainly isn't without merit and is something that is discussed (efficiency). Personally, as a fan and when it comes to record keeping, the 4 year comparison works for me. That's what I took from her commentary.
Swoopes wasn't 'confused', she's just ignorant. Probably heard another treasure trove of reliability, Kim Mulkey, put out the 'fact' that CC puts up 40 shots/game. 5 years instead of 4 is just another instance of ignorance. Sorry, but this struck a nerve. I'm okay with her hating on Clark, but at least do your homework. Classic example of anyone in today's society with a bit of notoriety being an expert in anything they choose to comment on.
Caitlin Clark breaking the record in 5 years is not an opinion. IT IS FALSE.
I'm not.
