Caitlin Clark is a megastar not only in women’s college basketball, but in the sports world in general.
The electricity the 6-foot Hawkeye guard brings to the floor every night has captivated the nation. Her limitless range also has fans flocking to Carver-Hawkeye Arena in droves and flipping on the television to make sure they don’t miss out on the next triple-double.
All of the assists and scoring records that Clark continues to shatter makes her a hot commodity. Mix in an affable, humble personality and the West Des Moines native is the perfect spokesperson for a number of different companies.
Recently, Clark said hello to Jake from State Farm, picking up a pair of the “freshest khakis” in the process. In signing an NIL deal with State Farm, Clark joined the likes of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and Golden State Warriors guard Chris Paul as famous athletes with endorsements from our good neighbors. She also became the first college athlete to sign with the company.
As her fame and NIL deals continue to grow, so does the need for professional representation. Enter Excel Sports Management.
Excel Sports Management and Clark announced their partnership today.
No introduction needed.
Welcome to the <e> fam, @CaitlinClark22! #exceling pic.twitter.com/UfwEnzzphS
— excel basketball (@excelbasketball) October 24, 2023
“I’m lucky to just be starting my career at a time when sports are intertwined with business and entertainment more so than ever before. Excel has an incredible track record of helping clients extend their profile and impact far beyond the bounds of their sport and pursue different passions while also competing at the highest level.
“Personally, I am looking forward to being part of innovative partnerships, helping to elevate women’s sports and supporting others through the Caitlin Clark Foundation,” Clark said in a release.
The agency also represents stars such as Tiger Woods and Peyton and Eli Manning. Their list of women’s basketball players includes the likes of Arike Ogunbowale, Napheesa Collier and NaLyssa Smith.
In addition to her NIL deal with State Farm, Clark also has NIL partnerships with Nike, Hy-Vee, Buick and H&R Block to name just a few.
Clark and the No. 3 Hawkeyes’ exhibition season has officially come to a close following Monday’s 122-49 win over Clarke University. Clark finished with 24 points and nine assists, shooting 9-of-13 from the floor.
Iowa’s season begins on Monday, Nov. 6 at 6:30 p.m. CT versus Fairleigh Dickinson inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena with the game set to be streamed on Big Ten Network Plus.
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