Caitlin Clark Sparks Ticket Frenzy: Record Demand for Jerseys & Games
March Madness and the WNBA draft may be over, but the demand for Caitlin Clark continues to soar, leading to venue changes and skyrocketing ticket prices for games involving the Indiana Fever.
By the Numbers- Washington Mystics moved a game against Indiana Fever to the 20,000-seat Capital One Arena due to high ticket demand.
- Median ticket prices for WNBA games with the Fever visiting:
- - $615: Minnesota Lynx, July 14
- - $600: Chicago Sky, June 23
- - $583: Los Angeles Sparks, May 24
The demand for Caitlin Clark's merchandise has led to supply shortages, with her Fever jerseys already sold out in stores.
State of Play- Clark's popularity extends beyond tickets to apparel, with a reported $10 million Nike deal and her own signature shoe in the works.
- Washington Mystics' game move and high ticket prices highlight the fever surrounding Clark's WNBA debut.
As the WNBA season kicks off, more Caitlin Clark jerseys will be made available due to the extraordinary demand, and her impact on ticket sales and merchandise is expected to continue.
Bottom LineCaitlin Clark's rising star power is reshaping the WNBA economy, driving record ticket demand and merchandise sales, setting the stage for a lucrative and impactful professional debut.
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