Tina Charles, WNBA icon, praises Caitlin Clark, New Generation, for her rising popularity.
The impact of the WNBA’s younger stars on the league is evident, according to iconic center Tina Charles.
The enthusiasm, reception, and attention that we’re getting—it’s unbelievable, the Atlanta Dream star told TMZ Sports. “It’s basically because of the new generation that is coming in.
They’ve simply accepted the baton from 1997 and are pushing us ahead. I’m grateful for their expertise and how they handle themselves and the media. It’s simply bringing us along.
The WNBA has been on an upward trend for several seasons, thanks to Charles and her contemporaries’ contributions. In 2023, the league’s attendance and viewership grew overall. The Las Vegas Aces, the two-time champions, were the first to sell out their season ticket allotment this spring.
The entrance of the 2024 rookie class, however, is accelerating the trend.
Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever is a rising star in women’s basketball, bringing with her a strong fan base from her college days to the WNBA. Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky and Cameron Brink of the Los Angeles Sparks have both become household names, which is beneficial to the league.
By praising Clark, Reese, Brink, and their first-year teammates, you risk neglecting the athletes that came before them. The WNBA did not emerge overnight, and it required a significant amount of effort to reach this stage.
