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Caitlin Clarkis returning to the golf course after the Indiana Fever’s 2026 WNBA Playoffs exit, revealing that her game has improved since she last picked up a club as the star guard is enjoying a familiar offseason routine after a demanding basketball campaign.
Clark confirmed she was golfing again and said she was playing a “little bit better,” a revelation that comes eleven days after the Fever’s final game as she shared also a photo of a golf course on her Instagram Stories.
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Clark had avoided golf during the season to prioritize her health and responsibilities, looking to avoid any wrist of muscular injuries - but golf is not the only subject attracting attention as she begins her offseason.
During her end-of-season interview, she also discussed Stephanie White and the Fever’s disappointing postseason finish, making clear that responsibility for the team’s shortcomings extends beyond the coaching staff.
Clark even seemed to give the head coach a wave of support as the pressure grows on the Fever to deliver a WNBA Finals appearance.
“And I think sometimes people don't always…,” Clark said. “When people don't live up to certain expectations, it's not always on the coaching staff. There are a lot of other areas that need to be evaluated.
“It's just as much on the players to play better and help us win and whatever it is. I thought our coaching staff spent a lot of time and energy to try to put us in a position to be successful. Overall, just really thankful for her and really thankful for all the coaches.”
Clark’s impressive numbers could not prevent an early exit
On the court, Clark remained a major offensive force, averaging 22.3 points, 8.3 assists and 4.0 rebounds across 40 regular-season appearances, as she shot 44.5% from the field and 36.1% from three-point range.
The star guard earned her third consecutive All-Star selection and finished fourth in MVP voting despite back problems disrupted her campaign as Indiana still finished 28-16, securing a playoff berth and the third-best regular-season record in franchise history.
Her playmaking and scoring remained central to the Fever’s hopes of advancing through the postseason and her WNBA Playoffs performances included 15 points and 10 assists in the opening game against the Las Vegas Aces, followed by a spectacular 27-point, 15-assist display in Game 2 to keep Indiana alive.
However, Clark managed 18 points and four assists in the deciding contest as the Aces won 94-83 on October 1 to progress to the WNBA semifinals, where they were defeated by the Golden State Valkyries.
The elimination ended Indiana’s championship hopes, despite a strong regular season and now, with basketball commitments finished, Clark has an opportunity to focus on recovery and other interests.
Her return to golf offers a lighter start to the offseason, even as Indiana faces important questions about how to turn its regular-season promise into a deeper playoff run.