Caitlin Clark makes ‘100% go’ declaration ahead of season

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark said she is fully cleared and ready to return ahead of the 2026 season, emphasizing a more measured approach as she enters training camp.

“Whether I’m in every single rep or I’m sitting a rep out, being on the sidelines, helping them the best I can, it’s not been a direct conversation of, like, this is what you can do or can do,” Clark said, as reported by Chloe Peterson of Indianapolis Star. “I’m 100% cleared. I’m 100% go … it’s just being smart like you don’t need to overdo it at this point. I think when I’m not in every single rep, I think it’s a great leadership opportunity.”

Clark, speaking on the first day of training camp Sunday, also pointed to her improved health compared to last season.

“I feel great,” Clark said. “Super excited to be back here. I think I have a great perspective on camp and not taking anything for granted. Obviously, this time last year I was going through some things. More than anything, I’m just really excited, I feel really healthy, and feel like I’ve put myself in a position to be as healthy as I can be to start the season.”

The 24-year-old enters her third WNBA season after an injury-riddled 2025 campaign in which she appeared in just 13 games. Clark dealt with multiple lower-body injuries throughout the year, including issues with her quad, groin and ankle, ultimately preventing her from returning to game action after mid-July.

Despite the setbacks, Clark remained productive when available, averaging 16.5 points, five rebounds and 8.8 assists while earning her second consecutive All-Star start.

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