Sheryl Swoops Just LOST HER MIND After She Got FIRED For Clark Hate! Caitlin Clark SHOCKS WNBA!

Summary

The transcript revolves around the ongoing tension between basketball legends Cheryl Swoopes and Caitlyn Clark. Swoopes has criticized Clark, claiming her achievements are due to extra years of playing and racial bias. Angel Reese has also joined in, supporting these claims. Despite Clark's record-breaking performances, Swoopes and Reese focus on dismissing her success, framing it around race and privilege. The controversy is further fueled by Clark's frustration leading to a technical foul, which Swoopes and Reese mock. Fans and experts, however, continue to celebrate Clark's undeniable talent, highlighting the pettiness of Swoopes' stance.

Takeaways

• 😲 Cheryl Swoopes is being accused of constantly criticizing Caitlin Clark and refusing to acknowledge her success.
• 🏀 Caitlin Clark is breaking WNBA records, but Swoopes downplays her achievements, claiming they’re due to playing five years, being older, and shooting a lot.
• 😳 Swoopes is said to have sided with Angel Reese, who made claims that Caitlin Clark’s popularity is due to racial bias.
• 😡 Critics suggest that Swoopes' comments come from jealousy or racial bias, especially considering her own legendary status in the WNBA.
• 👎 Swoopes reportedly omitted Clark's name on multiple occasions, which observers found odd and divisive.
• 🤔 There’s a lot of backlash against Swoopes for supporting Angel Reese’s narrative about racial bias in Clark’s fan base.
• 🤷‍♂️ Swoopes’ stance is being viewed as hypocritical, considering her own journey to fame was based on talent, not race.
• 🔥 Caitlin Clark’s technical foul in September 2024 was seen by some, including Swoopes and Reese, as a moment of weakness, but others argue it’s due to poor officiating.
• 💔 Fans and experts are disappointed that instead of uplifting new talent like Caitlin Clark, Swoopes is engaging in divisive and petty drama.
• 🏆 Caitlin Clark continues to dominate the WNBA with record-breaking performances, despite the ongoing criticism from Swoopes and Reese.

Q & A

What is the main issue discussed in the transcript regarding Caitlyn Clark?

The main issue discussed is the criticism and perceived bias against Caitlyn Clark by Cheryl Swoops, who is accused of downplaying Clark's basketball achievements and attributing her success to factors other than talent.

Why is Cheryl Swoops accused of being a 'hater' of Caitlyn Clark?

Cheryl Swoops is accused of being a 'hater' because she allegedly omits Caitlyn Clark's name from her broadcasts, supports claims that Clark's fan base is racially biased, and backs other players over Clark despite Clark's record-breaking performances.

What is the reference to 'Voldemort' in relation to Cheryl Swoops and Caitlyn Clark?

The reference to 'Voldemort' is used to illustrate that Cheryl Swoops cannot or will not say Caitlyn Clark's name, similar to how characters in the Harry Potter series cannot say 'Voldemort'.

What is the significance of the phrase 'she's out here, trying to stay relevant' in the context of Cheryl Swoops?

The phrase suggests that Cheryl Swoops is attempting to maintain her public profile and importance by criticizing Caitlyn Clark, despite being retired from the WNBA for almost 13 years.

Why did Cheryl Swoops get fired from 'Big Voices' according to the transcript?

Cheryl Swoops was fired from 'Big Voices' due to her hatred towards Caitlyn Clark, as indicated by the transcript.

What is the claim made by Angel Reese that is supported by Cheryl Swoops?

Angel Reese claimed that Caitlyn Clark's fan base is built on racial bias, and Cheryl Swoops supported this claim.

What is the implication of Cheryl Swoops wearing a t-shirt that states 'I am black history'?

The implication is that Cheryl Swoops is emphasizing her racial identity and possibly using it as a focal point in discussions, which is seen as contributing to the racial narrative around Caitlyn Clark's success.

How has Caitlyn Clark responded to the criticism from Cheryl Swoops and Angel Reese?

Caitlyn Clark has largely remained silent and focused on her game, although she did express frustration once by slamming her hands on the basket support, resulting in a technical foul.

What is the significance of Caitlyn Clark's technical foul mentioned in the transcript?

The technical foul is significant because it was a moment of visible frustration for Caitlyn Clark and was used by Cheryl Swoops and Angel Reese to further criticize her, suggesting a narrative of weakness.

What is the general opinion of experts and fans regarding Caitlyn Clark's performance despite the controversy?

Experts and fans generally recognize Caitlyn Clark's talent and her record-breaking performances, and they are not swayed by the race-based criticisms from Cheryl Swoops and Angel Reese.

Outlines

00:00

🏀 Cheryl Swoops' Criticism of Caitlyn Clark

The first paragraph discusses the controversy surrounding Cheryl Swoops' criticism of basketball player Caitlyn Clark. Swoops is accused of being biased against Clark, avoiding mentioning her name, and suggesting that Clark's success is due to her skin color rather than talent. The paragraph also highlights Swoops' history of animosity towards Clark, including her reaction to being fired from Big Voices and her support for Angel Reese, who also criticizes Clark. The summary points out the absurdity of Swoops' claims, given her own success in the WNBA, and emphasizes that Clark's achievements are based on her talent and performance on the court.

05:01

📊 Caitlyn Clark's Record-Breaking Performances

The second paragraph focuses on Caitlyn Clark's outstanding performance in the WNBA, where she has been breaking records throughout the season. Despite this, Cheryl Swoops is portrayed as denying Clark's achievements and instead supporting Angel Reese. Reese is mentioned to have made a controversial statement suggesting racial bias in Clark's fan base, which Swoops supports. The paragraph also discusses Swoops' past as a WNBA legend and contrasts her current behavior with her previous reputation. The summary argues that Swoops' stance is hypocritical and damaging to her own legacy, while Clark's talent is the real reason for her popularity.

10:03

🤔 The Impact of Racial Narratives on Caitlyn Clark's Reputation

The third paragraph delves into the impact of racial narratives on Caitlyn Clark's reputation, as perpetuated by Angel Reese and Cheryl Swoops. It discusses a specific incident where Clark received a technical foul and the subsequent reactions from Reese and Swoops, who seemed to celebrate Clark's frustration. The paragraph also touches on the questionable officiating in the WNBA and how Clark has been a frequent target of controversial calls. The summary suggests that Swoops, as a legendary player, should be supporting Clark instead of engaging in petty drama and race-baiting, which detracts from the recognition of Clark's talent and accomplishments.

Keywords

💡Caitlyn Clark

Caitlyn Clark is a central figure in the video script, depicted as a basketball player who is breaking records and receiving significant attention for her performance. She is mentioned as having 'an extra year to break that record' and is compared to a 'Voldemort' figure, indicating a polarizing presence where some, like Cheryl Swoops, refuse to say her name. The script suggests that her achievements are being downplayed by certain individuals, possibly due to bias or personal agendas.

💡Cheryl Swoops

Cheryl Swoops is portrayed as a retired WNBA player and a significant critic of Caitlyn Clark in the script. She is accused of 'hating Caitlyn Clark so much' and is compared to Harry Potter in relation to Voldemort, suggesting she cannot or will not acknowledge Clark. Swoops is also criticized for allegedly supporting a narrative that Clark's success is due to racial bias, which is a contentious claim within the script's narrative.

💡Racial Bias

Racial bias is a recurring theme in the script, used to describe alleged reasons behind the criticism of Caitlyn Clark. It is suggested that some, including Cheryl Swoops and Angel Reese, believe that Clark's fan base is due to her being white and not her talent, as indicated by the quote 'Clark's fans only loving her because she's white.' This claim is controversial and is used to highlight divisions and unfair accusations within the basketball community.

💡Records

The term 'records' is used to emphasize Caitlyn Clark's outstanding performance on the basketball court. The script mentions that she is 'out breaking records like they're going out of style,' which highlights her exceptional skill and the rapid pace at which she is achieving new milestones in the sport.

💡WNBA

The WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association) is the professional basketball league where Caitlyn Clark and Cheryl Swoops are mentioned to be playing or have played. The script discusses the impact of Clark's performance on the league and how Swoops' comments are affecting its reputation and the perception of its players.

💡Technical Foul

A 'technical foul' is a penalty in basketball for unsportsmanlike conduct or breaking the rules. In the script, Caitlyn Clark receives a technical foul for her frustration, which is used by her critics to suggest that she is not handling pressure well. This incident is a pivotal moment that sparks debate and is used to illustrate the challenges Clark faces on and off the court.

💡Podcast

A podcast is mentioned as a medium where Cheryl Swoops and others discuss Caitlyn Clark's performance and contribute to the narrative around her. The script suggests that Swoops has been spreading her criticism through her podcast, which is a platform for her opinions and has become part of the controversy.

💡Fans

Fans are discussed in the context of their support for Caitlyn Clark and the alleged reasons behind it. The script suggests that Clark has a 'massive following' and that this support is being questioned by some, who claim it is based on racial bias rather than her basketball skills.

💡Playoffs

The 'playoffs' refer to the later stages of the basketball season where the top-performing teams compete. The script mentions the playoffs as a critical time when Caitlyn Clark's team cannot afford for her to be suspended due to accumulating too many technical fouls, indicating the high stakes and pressure of the competition.

💡Suspension

A 'suspension' is a temporary ban from participating in games, which Caitlyn Clark risks due to accumulating technical fouls. The script uses the possibility of suspension to highlight the consequences of Clark's frustration and the potential impact on her team's performance in the playoffs.

Highlights

Caitlyn Clark is accused of pushing off every time she has the ball, suggesting unfair play.

Cheryl Swoops is criticized for her inability to acknowledge Caitlyn Clark's name, drawing a parallel to Harry Potter's nemesis, Voldemort.

Cheryl Swoops is accused of omitting Caitlyn Clark from her broadcasts, indicating a personal bias.

Cheryl Swoops is said to have been fired from Big Voices due to her animosity towards Caitlyn Clark.

Cheryl Swoops is criticized for suggesting that Caitlyn Clark's success is due to playing for an extra year, rather than talent.

Cheryl Swoops is accused of being jealous of Caitlyn Clark's achievements and trying to stay relevant by criticizing her.

Cheryl Swoops is called out for supporting Angel Reese's claim that Caitlyn Clark's fan base is racially biased.

Cheryl Swoops is criticized for not acknowledging Caitlyn Clark's record-breaking performances in the WNBA.

Cheryl Swoops is accused of hypocrisy for supporting a claim that success is based on race, despite her own career being race-neutral.

Experts are said to be calling out Cheryl Swoops for her stance against Caitlyn Clark, highlighting the lack of evidence for her claims.

Caitlyn Clark's dominance in the WNBA is contrasted with Cheryl Swoops and Angel Reese's dismissal of her achievements.

Cheryl Swoops is criticized for not supporting Caitlyn Clark's rise in the WNBA, instead choosing to focus on a race narrative.

Caitlyn Clark's response to the controversy is discussed, highlighting her focus on the game over the drama.

Cheryl Swoops and Angel Reese are accused of twisting Caitlyn Clark's emotional outburst into a narrative of weakness.

The WNBA's questionable officiating is discussed, with Caitlyn Clark being a frequent target of controversial calls.

Cheryl Swoops is criticized for not recognizing Caitlyn Clark's frustration as legitimate, instead mocking her technical foul.

The narrative that Cheryl Swoops is hating on Caitlyn Clark is refuted by suggesting she could simply state her lack of animosity.

Caitlyn Clark's record-breaking performance and the focus on her talent, rather than the controversy, is emphasized.

Transcripts

well I mean if you want to talk about

bullies we can talk about each every

time Caitlyn has the ball she pushes off

oh no no no I'm just saying like she's

already had an extra year to break that

record yeah that'll go in the record

books as Caitlyn Clark is the alltime

whatever it is I don't even know what

the number is but that's the way it'll

be and and I don't think it should be

Cheryl soups hating Caitlyn Clark so

much that she literally can't even say

her name it's like Caitlyn Clark is the

Voldemort if Cheryl swoops was Harry

Potter like literally

cannot cannot say Caitlyn Clark's name

it is so bizarre and so weird and this

is definitely not the first time that

Cheryl swoops has thrown shade or

omitted Caitlyn from her broadcast or

from her podcast Cheryl swoops goes

absolutely nuts after getting fired from

Big voices because of her hatred toward

you guessed it the current basketball

legend swopes Hall of Fame player

blasted Caitlyn Clark on Gilbert aras's

podcast swoops alleg and this is three

weeks ago that Clark is only setting the

new standard because she played five

years is 25 years old and shoots 40

times a game none of swoops his

allegations are true I mean seriously

sherl's been retired from the WNBA for

almost 13 years but she just can't seem

to sit still can she she's out here

trying to stay relevant whether it's for

good reasons or well mostly bad show

swopes her clarification ation is every

bit as dumb and problematic as her

original criticism of Caitlyn Clark

swopes is

52 she thinks and talks and acts like an

18-year-old College freshman but you

know what I'll give her one thing at

least she's not too faed like certain

other people we know at least Cheryl's

upfront about her dislike for Caitlyn

Clark according to her Caitlyn's getting

all the fame because of her skin color I

get it Cheryl eyesight tends to go with

age but really this blind you can't see

those monster numbers on the board or

how packed those stands are thanks to

Clark don't worry Cheryl the experts

will clear things up for you real quick

today we have to talk about Caitlyn

Clark's number one hater Cheryl swoops

because despite Clark's straightup

bombastic performance you decided to

throw weight behind Angel Reese who's

basically leading this bizarre campaign

to downplay Clark's achievements I mean

if you've even glanced at the WNBA this

season you know Caitlyn's out breaking

records like they're going out of style

but nope apparently none of that matters

to swoops she's jumped on the Reese

bandwagon acting like Angel's the one we

should be praising oh and all those

stats that show Clark is on a whole

other planet yeah swoops is just

casually ignoring them bias much did did

you just see what Cheryl swops did there

she one she made herself the victim and

I want to thank everybody that was

looking looking out for me and showing

up and showing out to make sure I was

okay and I was good Cher swes did

something very aggressive and here's

where it really gets wild Cheryl didn't

just have a quiet opinion that Angel's

better no no she went Full Throttle she

backed Reese when Angel made that

ridiculous comment about Caitlyn's fans

only loving her because she's white yes

you read that right Angel straight up

said that Caitlyn's fan base is built on

racial bias and Cheryl a woman who

should know better actually supported

this nonsense swopes Hall of Fame player

blasted Caitlyn Clark on Gilbert aras's

podcast swoops alleged and this is 3

weeks ago that Clark is only setting the

new standard because she played 5 years

is 25 years old and shoots 40 times a

game none of swoops his allegations are

true like hello Sherl weren't you the

face of the WNBA for years because of

your skill not your skin color how did

Someone who lived through an era where

you earned your spot based on Talent get

behind a claim this absurd it's honestly

laughable and more than a little

hypocritical you would think Cheryl

swoops out of all people would know

better I mean she was once the queen of

women's basketball celebrated for her

talent and dominance not for stirring

the pot yet here she is feeding into

this divisive nonsense dragging Caitlyn

Clark's name through the mud over

something as irrelevant as race Caitlyn

Clark is white swoops as you can see is

black swoops original critique was so

off based many observers concluded

racial bias and jealousy contributed to

swoops ignorant claims fans aren't blind

to it either they're picking up on this

hypocrisy it's like Cheryl's forgotten

her own journey to Greatness and is now

just bitter that someone like Clark is

getting the spotlight and let's be real

it's not just the fans noticing experts

are out here calling her out left and

right pointing out that if anyone should

be cheering on Clark's rise it's Cheryl

swoops not trying to tear it down with

some baseless agenda she's already had

an extra year to break that record yeah

that'll go in the record books as

Caitlyn Clark is the alltime whatever it

is I don't even know what the number is

but that's the way it'll be and and I

don't think it should be and what makes

this whole thing even more ridiculous

the stats don't lie Caitlyn Clark has

been smashing records all season long

even outshining some of the League's

veterans but Cheryl nope she's clinging

to this fantasy that angel Reese is

somehow the better player while

completely ignoring the mountain of

evidence that says otherwise it's like

swoops and Reese are living in some

alternate universe where Clark's

dominance isn't happening right in front

of them it's bizarre an angel Reese

really didn't hold back either when she

dropped that bombshell about Caitlyn

Clark's fans being racist yep according

to Angel Clark's massive following isn't

because of her jaw-dropping basketball

skills but because she's white and just

like that chaos exploded across the

basketball world but oh no it didn't

stop there Cheryl swoops the legend of

WNBA decided to Jump Right In backing

Reese's wild claim instead of shutting

it down Cheryl swps hating Caitlyn Clark

so much that she literally can't even

say her name it's like Caitlyn Clark is

the Voldemort if Cheryl swoops was Harry

Potter like literally

cannot cannot say Caitlyn Clark's name

it is so bizarre and so weird and this

is definitely not the first time that

Cheryl swoops has thrown shade or

omitted Caitlyn from her broadcast or

from her podcast Cheryl who should know

better didn't even blink before siding

with Angel claiming that Clark gets a

free pass because of her skin color it's

pretty mind-blowing to see someone of

swoops caliber aligning herself with

such a divisive and Flatout harmful take

you'd think as a veteran who's been

around the block she'd have a better

grip on how Sports fandom actually works

Cheryl swoops the woman with three MVPs

and a spot in the Hall of Fame spent her

whole career being loved and celebrated

because of her performance on the court

no one cared about the color of her skin

they cared about her insane ability to

dominate the game so when she decided to

back Reese's narrative that Clark's fans

Were Somehow racist people were left

gobsmacked like really this is coming

from Cheryl swoops the same Cheryl who

lived through an era where you had to

earn your fan base through skill and

grit not by stirring the pot with some

racial drama and instead of focusing on

what really matters Caitlyn Clark's

otherworldly Talent swoops leaned into

the drama all in for the messiness love

to talk about the word racism which is

never used in the Bible in reality swop

suffers from idolatry the root of all

sin she's made her skin color an idol

that's why in this podcast interview

she's wearing a t-shirt that stated I am

black history unsurprisingly the

backlash came fast and hard fans weren't

having it and experts they were quick to

call out the hypocrisy and swoop stance

I mean she knows how tough it is to

build a fan base she's been there done

that and seen how hard athletes have to

work to get people to care Caitlyn Clark

is out here doing just that shattering

records and bringing people into the

WNBA because of her talent and instead

of being a proud veteran applauding

Clark's rise swoops has decided to stir

up drama over something as IR as race

it's the kind of petty argument that's

doing nothing but damage to her own

reputation specifically talking about

this clip in the podcast where she just

completely omitted Caitlyn Clark's name

he was basically talking about how she

continues to hate on Caitlyn Clark and

it's basically pushing the narrative

that the media and other players in the

WNBA and people in general are just

hating on Caitlin Clark when there seems

to be no reason why but here's the

kicker despite all this shade thrown at

Clark it's the experts who are keeping

it real Caitlyn Clark has brought a

whole new level of excitement to the

WNBA and fans are flocking to her

because of her Talent she's not just a

scorer she's a playmaker a game changer

someone who lights up the court every

time she plays no amount of race baiting

or bitterness from Angel Reese or Cheryl

swoops is going to change that what's

Wild is that swoops someone who should

be able to recognize real talent when

she sees it can't seem to give Clark the

credit she's earned instead she's

getting caught up in this race narrative

that has nothing to do with what's

actually happening on the court and if

you're wondering why Caitlyn doesn't

react to all this drama there are two

simple reasons first she's too focused

on the game to get wrapped up in all the

nonsense she's not about to waste time

on Petty drama when she's out there

breaking records and second when she

does try to let out her frustration it

usually backfires just like it did on

September 14th

2024 in a moment of pure frustration she

slammed her hands on the basket support

and ended up with her sixth technical

fowl of the season so yeah staying quiet

is probably the smarter move oh she was

a bust she was a flop she wasn't that

good and here's why that's a big deal

one more and she's looking at a

suspension and with the playoffs

creeping up that's not something her

team can afford but as shocking as that

technical foul was what really set the

basketball world on fire was the

reaction from none other than Angel

Reese and Cheryl swoops these two were

PR practically doing a Victory lap over

Clark's frustration like her moment of

rage was some kind of personal win for

them well I mean if you want to talk

about bullies we can talk about each

every time Caitlyn has the ball she

pushes off oh no no no I'm just saying

like Angel Reese who has practically

made it her side gig to troll Caitlyn

didn't waste a second the minute Clark

got hit with that technical Reese

pounced and she wasn't alone Cheryl

swoops was right there with her basking

in the glow of Cl

frustration instead of taking a step

back and acknowledging that maybe just

maybe the officiating was a little off

to say the least they Twisted the whole

thing let's pause for a second and talk

about the refs shall we the WNBA has

seen its share of questionable

officiating this season and Clark's been

right in the middle of it fans and

experts alike have been raising eyebrows

over how often she's been

targeted this wasn't the first time

Clark got hit with a technical for

something that seemed minor while other

players got away with well a lot worse

that game against the aces it was just

the latest in a long line of heads

scratching calls Clark wasn't just mad

about one call this was the culmination

of an entire season of feeling like the

refs had a personal Vendetta against her

it's especially not a good look because

you are a legendary player yourself

before all of this I was a Cheryl swoops

fan I feel like any player growing up in

the '90s early 2000s like Cheryl swoops

Lisa Leslie those women were like the

gold standard of basketball so it's just

so weird to me for her to just be hating

like there's no other way to describe it

as she's just like clearly hating on

kitlin Clark but here's the thing

instead of recognizing that Clark had

every right to be frustrated Reese and

swoops decided to spin it they turned

her emotional Outburst into a narrative

of weakness like Clark was suddenly

cracking under the pressure and that

right there is where it gets wild Cheryl

swoops a WM Legend who built her entire

career on fighting through adversity

should have been the first to recognize

that Clark's frustration was more about

the game than any personal failing but

nope she jumped right into the mockery

alongside Reese as if Clark's technical

foul was some kind of personal Triumph

for them what vote on like it's just so

it's so weird to then I don't know it's

just like I'm speechless if she wanted

to kill the narrative that she's not

hating on Caitlin Clark she doesn't have

any animosity towards her could

literally just say that in a tweet I

have no animosity toward Caitlyn Clark I

think she's been playing great however

there are so many other players in the

WNBA that I think deserve recognition so

while a lot of the media is focusing on

Caitlin Clark I would also like to

elevate all of these other players no

shade to Kin literally that would end

all of this it's almost baffling swoops

who should be an ambassador for the game

someone who lifts up the next generation

of talent decided instead to jump on

this Banner wagon of petty drama she

didn't just miss the chance to

acknowledge Clark's frustration as

legitimate she went the opposite

direction acting like Clark's technical

foul was proof that she couldn't handle

the heat news flash Cheryl Caitlyn

Clark's been carrying her team all

season long breaking records left and

right and all this after just smashing

Simone augustus' rookie scoring record

with a 35-point game against the Dallas

wings and yet here we are focusing on

one moment of frustration as if it

erases everything else she's

accomplished