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Caitlin Clark’s college career isn’t over yet. iowa hawkeyes Star is looking to the future.

In an interview with ABC’s “Good Morning America” ​​on Thursday, Clark spoke about her decision to declare. WNBA Draft The decision comes as she becomes the all-time leading women’s scorer next month and ultimately the all-time NCAA Division I career scorer.

Iowa’s Caitlin Clark is pictured after a game against Ohio State on March 3, 2024 in Iowa City. (Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports)

“I think there are strengths and weaknesses on both sides. That’s what made the decision so difficult. It was almost a win, but at the same time it was also a loss because we were giving up something.” Clark said in the article. interview.

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“I’m ready for the next chapter and a new challenge in life. But the reason I decided to announce it when I did was to just wrap it up, especially heading into Senior Night.” I think it was for a reason.”

The end of the game came at the perfect time for Clark, who scored 35 points in an away game on March 3. Ohio He passed Pete Maravich as the all-time leading scorer. The game itself broke records, attracting more than 4 million television viewers at its peak, making it the most-watched women’s regular season basketball game since 1999.

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Iowa guard Caitlin Clark celebrates an Ohio State foul during the second half on March 3, 2024 in Iowa City. (AP Photo/Cliff Jett)

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“This is what I dreamed of,” Clark continued Thursday. “I dreamed of playing in an environment like this and in front of a crowd like this. During the national anthem and every time before a game, I just take a deep breath, look around, and soak in the environment. Because this environment never gets old.”

While Hawkeye seeks to redeem his reputation, Clark still has a chance for more glory. NCAA tournament.

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Iowa State’s Caitlin Clark celebrates after breaking the NCAA women’s all-time scoring record in the first half against Michigan at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on February 15, 2024. (Matthew Holst/Getty Images)

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That aside, Clark said he’s ready for a new chapter. That chapter will likely begin with her being selected first overall.

“I think that’s what I’m ready for, and that’s why I decided to make this move. But also, this is the place I’ve known all my life, and that’s what college is all about.” “I’m from Iowa. I wanted to play in my home state. I wanted to do something I’ve never done before.”

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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