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Caitlin Clark voted to start third straight WNBA All-Star Game, joined by two Fever teammates
By DOUG FEINBERG, Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 2, 2026
· 1 min read
NEW YORK (AP) — Caitlin Clark was voted to start her third straight All-Star Game and will be joined by Indiana Fever teammates Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston, the WNBA announced Thursday. It's the second time in four years that three players from the same team were chosen to start the game, w...
Key takeaway It's the second time in four years that three players from the same team were chosen to start the game, with Las Vegas [...
Why this matters in The McAllen
The selection of Caitlin Clark and her Indiana Fever teammates to start the WNBA All-Star Game may seem like a distant event to McAllen residents, but it speaks to the growing interest in women's sports in the Rio Grande Valley. As the region's population continues to grow, so does its appetite for competitive athletics, and the success of players like Clark can inspire young girls in McAllen to take up the sport. Local schools and community centers may take note of the Fever's success and consider investing in their own girls' basketball programs, potentially leading to a surge in participation and talent development in the area. The Valley's own athletic achievements, such as those in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area, could also benefit from the increased attention on women's basketball, fostering a sense of community pride and investment in local sports.
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Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? NEW YORK (AP) — Caitlin Clark was voted to start her third straight All-Star Game and will be joined by Indiana Fever teammates Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston, the WNBA announced Thursday. It's the second time in four years that three players from the same team were chosen to start the game, w...
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