Former Georgia senator and Atlanta Dream co-owner, Kelly Loeffler, took to social media to defend WNBA rookie Caitlin Clark from recent physical and verbal attacks on the court. This comes in response to a letter written by Rep. Jim Banks, R-Ind., addressing concerns regarding player safety.

Loeffler, who has firsthand experience as a WNBA team owner, expressed her astonishment at the level of hostility shown towards Clark. She praised the young athlete, believing she could potentially be the best thing to happen to the league. Despite her impressive performance and growing viewership, Clark has been subjected to unwarranted aggression.

The controversy surrounding Clark escalated when she received a hard foul from Chicago Sky guard Chennedy Carter during a game. Initially called a common foul, the league later upgraded it to a flagrant-1 violation. Carter did not express any remorse for her actions.

However, Sky coach Teresa Weatherspoon addressed the incident and acknowledged that physical play and intensity are part of their team's style. She said that Carter got caught up in the heat of the moment but emphasized that it was not an appropriate action. Weatherspoon stated that Carter understands there are better ways to handle situations on the court, and both she and the team will learn from this incident.

Clark, along with the Indiana Fever, is set to return to action on Friday night as they face the Washington Mystics. It remains to be seen how the league will address the growing concerns of player safety and ensure a supportive and respectful environment for all athletes.

Loeffler's support for Clark highlights the importance of addressing aggressions faced by players in professional sports. As the conversation around player safety continues, it is crucial that actions are taken to prevent such incidents and ensure fair and respectful competition within the WNBA.