EVANSTON, Ill. – Caitlin Clark, the star player from the Iowa Hawkeyes, made history on Wednesday night at Northwestern, achieving second place on the NCAA women’s all-time scoring list. The Naismith women’s college player of the year for the 2022-23 season, Clark surpassed former Ohio State star Kelsey Mitchell with a layup in the second quarter, bringing her career total to 3,424 points.
The accomplishment not only moved Clark up the scoring rankings, but also made her the all-time leading scorer in the Big Ten conference. Her remarkable performance included 35 points, 10 assists, six rebounds, two steals, and a block, solidifying her status as a standout player.
The No. 3 Hawkeyes secured a 110-74 victory on Wednesday, with Clark’s stellar performance continuing her streak of five straight 30-point games. The senior from West Des Moines, Iowa has not only set multiple records for her team but has also drawn unprecedented crowds at road and neutral venues throughout the season.
The game at Northwestern’s Welsh-Ryan Arena even marked the first-ever sellout crowd for a women’s basketball game, demonstrating the impact that Clark and the Hawkeyes have had on the sport. As Clark’s career continues to reach new heights, she stands on the cusp of breaking the NCAA’s all-time scoring record of 3,527, currently held by Washington’s Kelsey Plum.
This memorable achievement adds another milestone to Clark’s already impressive resume, as she has also become Iowa’s all-time leader in points, assists, and 3-pointers made. With each game, her legacy as one of college basketball’s brightest stars continues to grow.