Cheryl Reeve Ousted as Team USA Coach After Caitlin Clark Controversy
Following nationwide backlash over Caitlin Clark’s Olympic snub, USA Basketball has reportedly removed Cheryl Reeve as head coach of the women’s national team. The surprise move comes amid public outrage over Clark’s exclusion from the 2024 Olympic roster — a decision many fans and insiders found baffling.
“She’s the reason people are even watching women’s basketball again,” one former Olympian told Fox News.
Despite Clark’s soaring popularity, record-breaking viewership, and undeniable impact on the WNBA, the selection committee opted to leave her off, citing “team chemistry” and “experience.” But fans weren’t buying it.
After mounting pressure and internal dissent, Reeve was let go in what sources say wasn’t a “mutual” decision. In her place steps Sue Bird, a four-time Olympic gold medalist and fan favorite, who will lead the team in Paris.
Bird, respected by both veterans and newcomers, is reportedly exploring options to include Clark in a possible alternate role.
This dramatic shake-up has reignited criticism of USA Basketball’s selection process — with many calling for more transparency and less politics in future rosters.
