Caitlin Clark '100% healthy' for Fever training camp after injury-plagued 2025 season

The star guard is looking to bounce back after missing most of last season due to quad, groin and ankle injuries.

Apr. 20, 2026 at 12:57am

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Indiana Fever superstar guard Caitlin Clark says she is '100% healthy' heading into the team's 2026 training camp after an injury-riddled 2025 season that saw her play in just 13 games. The 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year is looking to return to form and help lead the Fever back to the playoffs after the team lost in the semifinals last season with an injury-depleted roster.

Why it matters

Clark's health is crucial for the Fever's success, as she is one of the league's brightest young stars. After making the All-Star team in 2025 despite the injuries, the team and fans are eager to see her back at full strength to continue her rapid rise in the WNBA.

The details

Clark told reporters she has learned to be 'a little bit smarter' with her body and recovery, acknowledging she doesn't need to be on the court for every single rep during training camp. Head coach Stephanie White echoed this sentiment, saying Clark understands the 'cadence is a little bit different' as she gets older. Clark's experience training with Team USA in March also helped prepare her for the upcoming season.

  • The Indiana Fever reported to training camp ahead of the 2026 WNBA season.
  • Clark played just 13 games in the 2025 season due to quad, groin and ankle injuries.

The players

Caitlin Clark

A superstar guard for the Indiana Fever who was the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year. She made the All-Star team in 2025 despite missing most of the season with injuries.

Stephanie White

The head coach of the Indiana Fever, who has worked with Clark on being more cautious with her body and recovery.

Aliyah Boston

The Fever's star center who recently signed a record-breaking four-year, $6.3 million contract extension with the team.

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What they’re saying

“I'm a person that doesn't want to sit out a single rep, like I want to be in there every single time. But I think just being a little bit smarter with my body...whether that's recovery, whether that's pre-court treatment, whatever it is.”

— Caitlin Clark, Fever guard

“She doesn't have to be out there every rep, just being mindful. Every year that she gets older, she understands the cadence is a little bit different.”

— Stephanie White, Fever head coach

What’s next

The Fever will monitor Clark's workload during training camp to ensure she is fully healthy and ready for the start of the 2026 WNBA season.

The takeaway

Caitlin Clark's health is crucial for the Indiana Fever's success, and the team is taking a more cautious approach with their star player after she missed most of the 2025 season due to injuries. If Clark can stay healthy, the Fever have the potential to be a WNBA contender with their talented roster.