THE TOTALLY AWESOME WORLD OF CAITLIN CLARK

A worshipful profile of the sensational young hoops icon.

Weiss notes that Caitlin Clark’s intensity sometimes results in her losing her temper; she also touches on the racial double standard that some have claimed to see in her mega-celebrity. Still, the author dwells much more on the positive, from her subject’s strong work ethic, her willingness to be a team player, and her already-spectacular achievements on the boards to her electrifying effect on the popularity of women’s basketball. Clark played on boys’ teams from age 5, declared her intention to play in the WNBA in third grade, and went on to become NCAA Division 1 basketball’s highest scorer of any sex—her example may daunt fans hoping to follow directly in her footsteps. Still, for those inspired to try, the author fills readers in on basic basketball skills and strategies that are applicable at any level of play. She also offers a sprinkling of biographical details and exciting game summaries (up to the July 2024 WNBA All Star Game), enhanced by many big, dramatic action photos. Thumbnail introductions to other women who have starred at the collegiate, Olympic, and professional levels widen the general angle of view, as do closing lists of WNBA champs and MVPs.

Buoyant glimpses of a still-rising star.