Iowa star Caitlin Clark has become the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer, as she surpassed LSU legend Pete Maravich’s record. Clark’s historic moment came Sunday during the Hawkeyes’ regular-season finale against Ohio State, an eventual 93-83 victory.
“I think just soaking it all in …” Clark said after the game. “It probably won’t hit me until a little bit later, but I’m just going to enjoy it with my family and my teammates. I’m just really thankful to be in this place.”
Maravich registered 3,667 points with the Tigers from 1967-1970 while averaging an astounding 44.2 points per game. Clark entered Sunday’s game just 18 points away from taking his scoring crown, and the baton officially changed hands late in the second quarter. Clark has been a sensational offensive weapon for Iowa all season, leading the nation in scoring (32.2) and assists (8.7) per game.
Clark’s record-breaking bucket didn’t come from the logo, but rather a trip to the free throw line with under a second remaining in the first half. She finished the day with 35 points, six rebounds, nine assists and three steals. That was her 18th game with at least 30 points this season.
