Former Iowa Hawkeyes standout Caitlin Clark shared a lighthearted reaction online after her former teammate, Jada Gyamfi, mimicked Clark’s trademark move during Iowa’s dominant 119–43 win over Evansville. The blowout victory set new program and arena records, and Gyamfi’s celebration quickly went viral — earning a playful response from Clark. The moment perfectly captured the ongoing ‘Caitlin Clark effect’ surrounding the team.
Caitlin Clark couldn’t help but respond after one of her former Iowa Hawkeyes teammates celebrated in true “Clark fashion.” During Iowa’s record-setting win on Sunday, forward Jada Gyamfi struck a pose identical to Clark’s signature 3-point celebration, instantly sparking nostalgia among fans. The Iowa women’s basketball team’s official account shared the moment online, and the image quickly went viral—prompting a playful reply from the Indiana Fever star. Iowa’s 119–43 rout of Evansville at Carver-Hawkeye Arena not only shattered program and arena scoring records but also marked the team’s largest victory margin ever. The viral celebration perfectly reflected the Hawkeyes’ vibrant spirit and highlighted how Clark’s energy and influence continue to inspire even as she forges ahead in her WNBA career.
Caitlin Clark’s supportive reaction to Iowa forward Jada Gyamfi mimicking her viral celebration
The Iowa Women’s Basketball Instagram page shared a post featuring Jada Gyamfi recreating Caitlin Clark’s signature celebration — both hands up, three fingers raised, and tongue out — a moment that quickly caught the attention of the Indiana Fever star herself. Clark responded in the comments with a playful message: “@jadagyamfi awesome celly brother.” Gyamfi also shared the viral image on her own Instagram, captioning it, “Just an all-time flick,” after draining a memorable 3-pointer.
The lighthearted exchange beautifully bridged Iowa basketball’s past and present. During the dominant 119–43 victory, Layla Hays led the team with 20 points and five rebounds, while Ava Heiden added 14 points and 10 boards, and Chazadi Wright tallied 16 points and 10 assists. Their cohesion and spirited play embodied what many call the “Caitlin Clark effect.”
Assistant coach Abby Emmert Stamp reflected on the program’s ongoing growth, telling The Athletic, “We’re not just telling stories about Caitlin Clark or Hannah Stuelke — we’re telling stories all around the circle, right down to the end of the bench.” Up next, Iowa is set to face Drake on November 13 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
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