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Caitlin Clark has rapidly become one of the most recognizable names in women’s basketball, drawing comparisons to Michael Jordan’s global influence during his NBA prime. From her record-setting career at the University of Iowa – where she became the all-time leading scorer in Division I history – to being drafted first overall by the Indiana Fever in 2024, Clark’s rise has reshaped the WNBA’s visibility. Her impact extends beyond the court, as she has become a key marketing figure and inspiration for a new generation of athletes. Now entering her third WNBA season, the two-time All-Star continues to recover from a groin injury that limited her to just 13 games during her sophomore campaign, while maintaining her position as one of the sport’s brightest stars and a face of modern basketball. Although Clark and Jordan are best known for their basketball success, they also share a common passion for golf. The NBA legend has long been an avid golfer, often spotted playing during his post-retirement years and participating in celebrity tournaments. Over time, he turned that passion into a major investment by building his own exclusive golf facility – Grove XXIII – located in Hobe Sound, Florida. Clark was recently spotted at the Grove, presumably preparing for next Wednesday’s Annika Sörenstam Pro-Am. The invite-only course, which reportedly cost about $20 million to build, is among the most luxurious private clubs in the United States. Its membership list is said to include Rory McIlroy, Dustin Johnson, Justin Thomas, Rickie Fowler, Wayne Gretzky, Mark Wahlberg, and Keegan Bradley, with initiation fees estimated around $200,000 (h/t Golf Digest). Clark will compete at the Pro-Am for the second consecutive year and will be joined by Fever teammates Sophie Cunningham and Lexie Hull. She first made an appearance at the 2024 edition, alongside professional golfer Nelly Korda. The LPGA event brings together professional golfers and celebrities. Clark’s participation marks her first time participating in a sports competition since suffering a season-ending injury back in July. Her involvement again this year is expected to bring more eyes to the tournament.
