LSU women’s basketball coach Kim Mulkey sends 4-word message to Caitlin Clark after beating Iowa
LSU's Coach Kim Mulkey Praises Caitlin Clark's Historic Performance in NCAA Tournament
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Caitlin Clark has had a remarkable run in the 2023 NCAA tournament. The junior guard for the Iowa Hawkeyes put up impressive performances in every game, leading her team to the championship game against LSU.
Caitlin Clark’s scoring prowess was on full display in the championship game, where she scored 30 points and breaks NCAA women’s single-tournament scoring record in the title game. But unfortunately, her performance was not enough to carry her team to victory, as LSU ultimately claimed the program’s first-ever national championship.
Clark’s exceptional performance throughout the tournament cannot be understated, even though her team ultimately suffered a loss. In the critical Final Four game against South Carolina, Clark delivered an astounding 41 points.
Throughout the tournament, Clark proved herself to be a clutch performer, consistently delivering in close games. Additionally, she showcased her remarkable playmaking abilities by averaging 8.6 assists per game, making her a standout player and a force to be reckoned with on the court.
After the loss to LSU in the championship game, Clark was praised by LSU head coach Kim Mulkey. Mulkey, who had never coached against Clark before, called her a “generational player”
“You’re a generational player.” – Kim Mulkey
Clark’s performance in the NCAA tournament has certainly left a lasting impression, and it will be interesting to see how she continues to develop and improve in the coming years.
Related: When will Caitlin Clark enter the WNBA Draft?
LSU claims first-ever national championship
The LSU Tigers have made history in the world of college basketball by clinching their first-ever national championship title. Their 102-85 victory over the Iowa Hawkeyes on Sunday was nothing short of dominant, with the team putting on a commanding display from start to finish.
Leading the way was Angel Reese, who proved to be too much for the Hawkeyes to handle. Her 15 points and 5 assists in the championship game were instrumental in securing the win for the Tigers, and she was rightly named the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player.
The victory was the icing on the cake of a fantastic season for LSU, which saw them finish with a remarkable 34-2 record. They were the team to beat in the SEC throughout the year, and carried that momentum into the NCAA tournament. The Tigers showed that they were a team on a mission, and their performance in the championship game was a fitting end to a season full of highlights.
The win marks a new era for the program, and the future looks bright for the Tigers. With a talented squad and a winning mentality, they will surely be a force to be reckoned with in the coming years. The LSU faithful will undoubtedly be overjoyed with the team’s success, and they can now look forward to the future with excitement and anticipation.
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