The @AcademyDubuque is having a nice weekend here at the #PGHMidwestExtravaganza. Out to a 3-0 start, with just one game remaining. And Allie Heitkamp is one of their young up-and-comers out of East Dubuque.
In America, we love to say people have the freedom to choose. But let’s be honest, that freedom often comes with conditions. Most of the time, your choice is only respected if it aligns with what others want.
In the WNBA All-Star vote, players were given a choice, and they used it. When Caitlin Clark came in 9th among guards, the backlash began.
Suddenly, these women were being labeled jealous, bitter, and petty, not because they lied, but because their votes didn’t match what certain groups expected.
Is anyone upset about who came in 5th, 8th, or 10th? Of course not.
On the season, Caitlin Clark is shooting 29.5% from three — 6th worst among players making 1+ three per game. She’s only played 56% of the season. She ranks 18th in assist-to-turnover ratio among top 20 guards in assists. She leads the entire league in turnovers. One could argue that she’s had more bad games than good ones.
But instead of respecting the players’ votes, people are pointing to TV ratings, charter flights, and merchandise sales as if those are the qualifications for being an All-Star. They’re not.
This isn’t just about one vote. It’s part of a long-standing pattern that has been happening since the beginning of last season.
No one’s denying Caitlin Clark’s talent. But insisting she must be voted higher, regardless of performance, isn’t about fairness. It’s about control, and that control is enforced through media outrage, online harassment, and subtle, coded commentary.
It’s selective outrage rooted in entitlement.
I am in full support of the league investigating potential bigoted behavior directed at players. If something is found, I hope the appropriate actions are taken. If nothing is found, I still believe it’s better safe than sorry when it comes to player safety/welfare at arenas.
Jayson Tatum is a great human being.
Jayson Tatum is a great Father.
Jayson Tatum is a great hooper.
Jayson Tatum is a great role model.
Jayson Tatum is a great Boston Celtic.
And all you ever do is hate on him.
Basketball is better with Jayson Tatum.
Jayson Tatum today underwent successful surgery to repair a ruptured right Achilles tendon. No timetable is currently available for his return, but he is expected to make a full recovery. Further updates will be provided when appropriate.
I coach too many youth squads not to make this statement… parents, get that car LIT before the game!! Y’all play a big part in getting these hoopers ready to play 🎶
Nothing but a HISTORIC career for Paige Bueckers 🐐
👏 FASTEST UConn player to 2K PTS
👏 3x Big East POY, MOP, All-Big East
👏 1x Wooden Naismith & AP POY
👏 3x First-Team All-American
👏 National champion 🏆
Next up, the WNBA 👑🔥
I woke up feeling like a traitor cause I was really clapping when a certain team scored??? 😭☘️ anyway, go wings lol. can’t wait for the draft. @DallasWings yall know what to do ❗️
“She doesn’t force anything. She’s not going to go out there and take 40 shots. She’s just an all around versatile player. She’s going to get people the ball.”
— Julianne Viani-Braen’s take on why you can’t compare Paige Bueckers to Caitlin Clark. ✨
10 Things to Consider Before & After Games in the Car
Had some fun putting this one together. For youth players and their parents.
Let me know what else you do to maximize time with your athlete on the road! 🚗
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