Fresh off an impressive collegiate career at Iowa, rookie Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever has been facing criticism in the WNBA due to hard fouls she has endured. This issue was brought to light on the latest episode of Mase and Cam’ron’s show, “It Is What It Is.” Mase came to Clark’s defense, suggesting that the criticism she faces is unjust and comes from a place of “hating.”
In his defense of Clark, Mase emphasized the importance of female sports being portrayed accurately and respectfully. He explained that in order to attract branding dollars, athletes must maintain a brand that is marketable across various platforms. According to Mase, this generation is learning that a clean and positive brand image can lead to greater success in sports.
The criticism faced by Clark was further highlighted by former WNBA player Monica McNutt, who recently commented that the tough treatment Caitlin is experiencing is simply part of the “welcome to the league” hazing that rookies often go through. Mase stood by Clark in the face of this criticism, emphasizing the need for respect and support for female athletes in the sports world.