Indiana Fever Reveals Astonishing Figures on Caitlin Clark’s Influence: 1193% Surge in Jersey Sales, 265% Rise in Attendance, and More
The Indiana Fever has released a midseason report showcasing the significant impact rookie #1 overall pick Caitlin Clark has had on the franchise. According to the report, titled “So Far This Season, Fans Are Engaging with the Indiana Fever in Record Numbers,” the team has experienced remarkable growth, including a 265% increase in game attendance and a staggering 1,193% boost in jersey sales.
Other notable statistics include a 740% rise in beer sales at games, a 225% increase in partnerships, making the Fever the most sponsored team in the league, and a gain of 1.3 million social media followers since April 15, the day Clark was drafted from the University of Iowa. The Fever now boasts 1.8 million followers, the highest in the league.
With an 11-15 record after 26 games and having appeared in a league-high 38 nationally televised matches, the Fever is currently ranked 7th among the 12 WNBA teams that qualify for the postseason.
Although the press release does not specifically mention Clark, her influence is clearly linked to these impressive statistics. Chief Executive Officer Mel Raines commented, “This is a historic moment, an inflection point for women’s basketball, and there’s nothing more fitting than Indiana being at the center of it all.” Raines emphasized the team’s progress and their commitment to building on this momentum.
Clark, the frontrunner for the WNBA Rookie of the Year award, has started every game this season, averaging 17.1 points, 8.2 assists, and 5.8 rebounds per game. The Fever and the WNBA are hopeful that the team will make the playoffs to maintain this unprecedented excitement.
