A big moment in the world of women's basketball just happened as the Indiana Fever chose University of Iowa's star player, Caitlin Clark, with the first pick in the WNBA draft. This event took place at the Brooklyn Academy of Music and was filled with fans and excitement all around the world.

During an interview with ESPN, she said,

"I always believed in myself. My parents always instilled confidence in me from a young age, when I was a young girl."

Following Caitlin, Stanford's Cameron Brink was selected second by the Los Angeles Sparks. An emotional Brink warned the crowd about her tears and expressed her gratitude towards her family and friends.

The draft continued with top talents from around the country getting picked by various teams. Kamilla Cardoso, a towering 6-foot-7 player from South Carolina, went third to the Chicago Sky. Then, players from Tennessee, Ohio State, and Connecticut were chosen, each bringing their unique talents to their new teams.

Angel Reese from LSU, another highly watched player, was picked seventh by Chicago. Overcome with emotion, she said, "I came from Baltimore. I'm not supposed to be here," thanking her family for their unwavering support.

The night wasn't just about the draft picks. It was about dreams coming true for these young athletes. Alissa Pili, selected eighth by the Minnesota Lynx, spoke about being a role model for other young girls. It's so important when athletes use their platform to inspire others to follow their dreams and goals. 

French players Carla Leite and Leila Lacan also made their mark, going ninth and tenth to the Dallas Wings and Connecticut Sun, respectively.

The New York Liberty, chose Marquesha Davis with the eleventh pick. The first round concluded with Nyadiew Puoch heading to the Atlanta Dream.

The star of the evening, Caitlin Clark, is not just heading to Indianapolis. She's also bringing a wave of excitement with her. Fever coach Christie Sides said,

"Caitlin is one of the most naturally gifted players entering the WNBA," praising her ability to elevate the game for everyone.

This draft marks not only a new chapter for these athletes but also for the WNBA. It continues to capture the hearts of basketball fans nationwide. The regular season is set to kick off on May 14, with lots of excitement and high hopes for all the teams involved.

With the WNBA season around the corner, it's amazing to see so much excitement and joy around the game of basketball. The game brings people together from all walks of life and different backgrounds. At the end of the day, what's important is inspiring other people, especially young kids, to chase their dreams. There's always going to be negative people who want to tear down the dreams of others, but all of us can learn from Caitlin. Don't listen to the people who say, "you can't."

Watch this video of Caitlin Clark in the WNBA Draft here:

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(via USA Today Sports, NBC News, ESPN)