The summer break might have paused the WNBA season, but it seems no one told Caitlin Clark. The  Indiana Fever guard has been making headlines left, right, and center, ensuring her presence is felt even while the league takes a breather. And, boy, is she making it count!

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With the Olympic Games hogging the spotlight, Caitlin Clark has been quietly (okay, not so quietly) taking the basketball world by storm. As the favorite (-1111) to bag the Rookie of the Year award and boasting the third-best MVP odds, Clark has been busy showing everyone why she’s the name on everyone’s lips.

Clark’s Off-Season Assist That’s Changing the Game

Off the court, Clark has been nothing short of a superhero. Picture this: a school supply drive that makes Santa’s workshop look like amateur hour. Clark surprised Des Moines Public Schools by rolling up with a truckload of essential school supplies. Armed with Nike backpacks (because, of course), she handed out goodies to 350 students, ensuring they’re all set for the academic year. Move over, Superman; Caitlin Clark is here to save the day!

Des Moines Public Schools Superintendent Ian Roberts gushed like a proud parent, saying, “Caitlin Clark is not only one of the world’s most talented and well-known athletes but also incredibly generous.” Well, when you’ve got skills and a heart of gold, it’s no surprise.

Clark’s Rookie Season: A Stats Showdown

Back on the hardwood, Clark has been lighting it up. If stats were a video game, she’d be the final boss. She’s third in the league for minutes played (35.2), racking up an impressive 17.1 points per game. But wait, there’s more! She leads the league in assists (8.2) and is a force on the boards with 5.8 rebounds per game. Sure, she’s also leading in turnovers (5.6), but hey, nobody’s perfect, right?

From the Court to the Classroom

Clark’s school supply drive wasn’t just a PR stunt; it was a masterclass in how to win hearts and minds. The supplies benefited 300 students from Des Moines Public Schools and another 50 from nearby parochial schools, all selected by caseworkers. Phil Roeder, the district’s communications and public affairs director, probably had to pick his jaw up off the floor when he saw the sheer scale of her generosity.

Clark’s off-season antics have kept her in the spotlight, and rightly so. While other players might be chilling on a beach or binge-watching the latest Netflix series, Clark’s out here making a difference and honing her craft. The WNBA might be on a break, but Caitlin Clark? She’s just getting started.

So, as we countdown to the WNBA’s return on August 15, remember this: Caitlin Clark isn’t just playing the game; she’s changing it. And whether she’s on the court dishing out assists or off the court handing out backpacks, one thing’s for sure—she’s in a league of her own.