Caitlin Clark’s viral video showcasing her incredible skills in another popular sport will probably piss off Sheryl Swoopes

Viral soccer highlight shows off Caitlin’s multi-sport talent

Caitlin Clark is a generational athlete, as a recent video shows off.Instagram @caitlinclark22

In the history of sports, there are few athletes who excel in more than one sport and, although they become stars in one, they could well have been stars in another. There are several cases, such as Usain Bolt, perhaps the greatest sprinter in history, who was originally a soccer player for the Australian Central Coast Mariners, where he lasted 8 weeks.

One of the most famous cases is that of Michael Jordan, who after winning three championships with the Chicago Bulls, signed in the MLB with the Chicago White Sox in 1994, although he returned to the NBA a year later. Another case is that of the legendary John Elway, who in addition to his football skills, was also a great baseball player, so much so that in 1981 he was selected by the New York Yankees, for whom he played in the New York-Penn League in 1982.

Caitlin Clark’s amazing goal video resurfaces

And the most recent case is that of Indiana Fever rookie sensation and the greatest scorer in the history of college basketball: Caitlin Clark. A few hours ago, an old video went viral in which she demonstrates that she also has great soccer skills.

Caitlin Clark’s journey from high school soccer star to WNBA phenom is a testament to her incredible athletic talent and versatility. At just 22, she’s already one of the most electrifying players in the WNBA, leading the Indiana Fever with the same intensity and skill that made her a legend in college basketball. But it wasn’t always clear that basketball would be her path -Clark was equally as impressive on the soccer field during her time at Dowling Catholic High School in Iowa.

Clark was a phenomenal striker

As a freshman, Clark was a standout striker, scoring 23 goals in just 13 games, which earned her a spot on the 2017 Class 3A All-Iowa squad. Fans who have watched her dominate the basketball court might not be surprised to learn about her soccer prowess.

One fan even posted a video on social media of Clark scoring a goal back in high school, with the caption, “She really does stay getting double-teamed,” a nod to her ability to thrive even when faced with intense defensive pressure. Clark’s footwork, agility, and vision-qualities that make her so dangerous on the basketball court-can likely be traced back to her soccer days.

Clark’s ability to see the floor, set up teammates, and break down defenses is a direct result of her sharp instincts, honed both on the soccer field and the basketball court. As a two-sport varsity player, she managed to excel in both arenas until her junior year when she fully shifted her focus to basketball. From that point on, her basketball career took off, culminating in her becoming one of the most talked-about athletes in women’s sports.