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WNBA Faces Backlash Over Taylor Swift and Caitlin Clark Chiefs Game Meet-Up: Fans Slam League as “A Complete Embarrassment!”

Joined Taylor Swift to watch the Chiefs’ playoff victory over the Texans

WNBA under fire after Taylor Swift and Caitlin Clark meet at Chiefs game: They're embarrassing!

 

Fans of the WNBA have expressed disappointment over the league’s failure to leverage a high-profile moment involving rookie sensation Caitlin Clark. The Indiana Fever star joined Taylor Swift to watch the Kansas City Chiefs‘ playoff victory over the Houston Texans, but the WNBA remained silent on the viral pairing.

Clark, the No. 1 pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, has quickly become one of the league’s brightest stars. Her electrifying performances with the Fever have drawn massive crowds, often requiring games to be moved to larger NBA arenas to accommodate ticket demand.

Despite her transformative impact on the league, fans believe the WNBA is missing opportunities to amplify its brand, as evidenced by its lack of engagement with Clark‘s appearance alongside Swift.

Social media erupted with criticism of the WNBA’s perceived inaction.

“Nobody that works on that WNBA account as an admin is smart enough to think, hey let’s post our top star in sports w/ Taylor Swift, get the casual click in algorithm and have new fans possibly scroll our page to see what league Caitlin plays in, and what other players are in it,” a fan tweeted.

Another added: “The entire PR staff in the W is comedy. One post with anything Taylor Swift would easily generate them many more engagements than the 8 jersey retirement posts for Plum combined.”

“Great call. They’re an embarrassing org,” a third noted.

A league in financial turmoil

The WNBA’s financial challenges have persisted since its founding in 1996. In 2024, the league reported a $40 million loss, and it has never turned a profit in its history. While the WNBA brings in an estimated $200 million annually, it relies heavily on the NBA, which owns 60% of the league.

While Clark has become a fan favorite, her rise hasn’t been without controversy. She has faced criticism from some quarters, with allegations that her popularity is linked to her race and sexuality.

Additionally, Clark has been the target of physical play, including a notable incident with Chennedy Carter of the Chicago Sky.

Such incidents highlight a perceived tension between Clark‘s success and the broader league dynamics.

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