The reigning rookie phenom created a buzz in the women’s professional basketball scene the minute she set foot on the podium, ready to be drafted. Her charisma attracts crowds like a magnet. She has the power to influence the television viewership ratings and the spectator count in the league’s arenas. Moreover, her loyal fans have followed the player from her college days into the Indiana Fever. Needless to say, Caitlin Clark has jolted the very foundations of the W and turned it into a household name.
Now in her sophomore year with the league, Clark has established her shooting prowess and impressive court vision by averaging 18.2 points, 5 rebounds, and 8.9 assists this season. While we are all aware of Clark’s on-court achievements, let us dig into her romantic life. Who is the special someone who cheers from the courtside? Who makes Caitlin Clark feel special and holds her when she goes through tough moments? Let’s find out.
Who is Caitlin Clark’s boyfriend, Connor McCaffery?
Caitlin Clark is in a two-year relationship with her boyfriend and assistant head coach of the Butler Bulldogs, Conner McCaffery. He was born on July 13, 1998, in South Bend, Indiana, to a basketball-oriented family. So, it was no surprise when McCaffery decided to represent the basketball team of the Iowa City West High School. But this wasn’t the only sport he played.
McCaffery equally excelled at Baseball and played from the corner outfield spots and first base. While the 7th-best prospect starred in a total of 22 games as a redshirt freshman in 2018-19, impending injuries threw him off track. Add in COVID-19, and his dream to play professional baseball never took off.
What is Connor McCaffery’s height and age?
The 26-year-old Connor McCaffery stands at 6 feet and 5 inches.
When did Caitlin Clark meet Connor McCaffery?
As one of the most adorable basketball couples, Caitlin Clark and Connor McCaffery’s love story kicked off in April 2023. The two met as student athletes at the University of Iowa. However, Clark waited four months before publicly revealing her relationship status.
She took to Instagram and shared a picture of herself and Conner huddled together on a boat with a heart-warming caption that read, “Best end to summer.” And this is when the couple’s journey officially began. The two have often been spotted sharing intimate moments offline as well as online. Having said that, the couple made their first red carpet appearance at the Golden Gala fundraiser in October 2024.
This year marks the two-year celebration of their love. So, on 24th April, 2025, Clark took to social media and celebrated two years with McCaffery with her fans. “Another year with my favorite person I’m so thankful for you,” Clark wrote, along with a carousel of intimate, black-and-white photographs of the couple.
Moreover, the couple has been supportive of each other’s professional careers. From Connor penning heartfelt notes to Caitlin online and the Indiana Fever star expressing her joy on Connor’s win, the two often hype each other on social media and celebrate their personal victories together. As each other’s No.1 fan, the two are an ideal couple off the court.
What does Connor McCaffery do for a living?
Butler Bulldogs assistant coach Connor McCaffery Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, during a Butler men’s basketball practice at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. As part of Family Weekend at Butler, the men’s basketball team opened its practice to fans.
“Following a high-level playing career, Connor has had the opportunity to both contribute and learn alongside one of the best staffs in the NBA,” the head coach of the Butler Bulldogs, Thad Matta, said in a statement. Conner McCaffery is currently an assistant coach for the Butler Bulldogs.
But prior to coaching the men’s program in September 2024, McCaffery was an intern for the NBA team, the Indiana Pacers. HE worked as a basketball development coordinator for the franchise.
“Those experiences will be very valuable to our staff,” Matta added. “He obviously comes from a basketball family that I know very well, and I’m excited for the impact he is going to have on our program both quickly and in the long run.”
Who are Connor McCaffery’s Parents?
“Being around young people on a daily basis keeps you young. And I don’t look at my job any differently today than I did in 1983. I know that sounds weird, but it’s the truth.” Connor McCaffery’s father is none other than the legendary head coach of Iowa, Fran McCaffery.
Fran has donned the coaching hat since 1983. This year marks his 28th season as the head coach. Besides, Fran was a basketball player before venturing into the coaching side of the sport. He was associated with Lehigh University, UNC Greensboro, and Siena prior to coaching student-athletes at Iowa.
What is Connor McCaffery’s Instagram account?
Conner McCaffery has an active presence on social media. Having said that, you can visit his verified Instagram account, @connor_m30, where he shares intimate moments on the hardwood and with his girlfriend Caitlin Clark for his fans and followers. His Instagram bio reads, “IndianapolisAsst Coach @Butler .” You can also check him out on X (former Twitter) under the username @connor_m30, with a header image of an arm tattoo. His bio on X reads, “TeamPat 22- Forever- #cancersucks- Asst Coach @ Butler.”
Connor McCaffery may not have had a basketball career like his girlfriend, but make no mistake, he has made for name for himself in the coaching circles. He is not just Caitlin’s Clark boyfriend; he has carvde out a respectable career of his own.
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