Trending Now - Caitlin Clark Shares Key Insight After Injury Comeback
WHO:
Pro Football Network - Caitlin Clark, player for the Indiana Fever
ESPN - Maria Witte, trainer for Caitlin Clark; Aliyah Boston, teammate of Caitlin Clark; Stephanie White, coach of the Indiana Fever
WHAT:
NY Post - Caitlin Clark's 2025 season was cut short due to a season-ending groin injury, limiting her to just 13 appearances and causing her to miss the Fever's run to a do-or-die semifinal Game 5 in Las Vegas.
Pro Football Network - Caitlin Clark is set to return to the WNBA on May 9th, 2026, against the Dallas Wings.
ESPN - Clark was limited to 13 games during the 2025 season due to injuries.
ESPN - Clark stated, "Taking care of my body at this point in the season is probably the most important thing."
ESPN - Clark made a second consecutive All-Star Game in 2025 despite her injuries.
WHERE:
ESPN - Clark was practicing at Gainbridge Arena in Indianapolis.
WHEN:
ESPN - Clark was fully cleared to participate in USA Basketball national team training camps and the World Cup qualifying tournament in March 2026.
Pro Football Network - Clark's return to the WNBA is scheduled for May 9th, 2026.
ESPN - Clark was fully cleared to participate in USA Basketball national team training camps and the World Cup qualifying tournament in March 2026.
ESPN - Clark's injury issues began in training camp in 2025 and she did not play after July 15th, 2025.
WHY:
ESPN - Clark described her 2025 season as isolating, as she underwent two hours of treatment and rehab before supporting her teammates from the sidelines.
ESPN - Clark and her trainer adjusted her offseason training and rehab to minimize injury risk.
HOW:
ESPN - Clark's offseason training and rehab were specifically adjusted to minimize injury risk, with a focus on recovery and pre-court treatment.
ESPN - Clark and trainer Maria Witte worked long hours to create a program focused on injury prevention.
ESPN - Clark's workload is being monitored to prevent wear and tear, particularly in April before the 44-game season.
(UPDATED April 19, 2026 23:05 UTC)
Caitlin Clark's 2025 season was cut short due to a season-ending groin injury, limiting her to just 13 appearances and causing her to miss the Fever's crucial semifinal Game 5 in Las Vegas. Despite her offseason training and rehab being adjusted to minimize injury risk, Clark described her season as isolating, as she spent hours in treatment while supporting her teammates from the sidelines. However, she was fully cleared to participate in USA Basketball national team training camps and the World Cup qualifying tournament in March 20th26.
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(UPDATED April 19, 2026 19:13 UTC)
Caitlin Clark, player for the Indiana Fever, is set to make her return to the WNBA May 9th, when the Fever face off against the Dallas Wings. After being limited to just 13 games last season due to injuries, Clark emphasized the importance of taking care of her body, stating that it is her top priority at this stage. She has been practicing at Gainbridge Arena in Indianapolis and has worked closely with her trainer, Maria Witte, to develop an offseason program focused on injury prevention as she prepares for the upcoming season.