Caitlin Clark, the senior point guard for the University of Iowa women's basketball team, made history on Thursday night by breaking the NCAA women's basketball career scoring record. Clark surpassed Kelsey Plum's previous record of 3,527 points by scoring her first three shots in the game against the University of Michigan. By the end of the game, Clark's overall point total reached 3,569, and she also set a school record by scoring 49 points in the game, which ended with a final score of 106-89 in favor of the Hawkeyes.

In a press conference prior to the game, Clark expressed her gratitude for her remarkable career and the support she has received from her teammates, coaches, and fans. She also mentioned her big dreams and aspirations, including playing in front of large crowds and reaching the Final Four. Despite her incredible achievement, Clark remained focused on the game and the team's performance, emphasizing the need to improve defensively.

After the game, Clark was honored and celebrated by her teammates, fans, and even prominent figures like USWNT captain Alex Morgan and tennis icon Billie Jean King, who congratulated her on social media. Iowa's head coach, Lisa Bluder, praised Clark for her outstanding performance and acknowledged her well-deserved success.

As Clark considers her options for the future, including the possibility of playing another season or entering the WNBA draft, her record-breaking achievement has solidified her legacy as one of the greatest players in NCAA women's basketball history.