Caitlin Clark of Iowa Wins Sullivan Award as the Nation's Top Collegiate Athlete
NEW YORK (AP) Iowa basketball star Caitlin Clark won the 93rd AAU James E. Sullivan Award on Tuesday night as the nation's top collegiate or Olympic athlete.
Clark was honored at the New York Athletic Club. Voting by the public as well as the AAU Sullivan Award committee, AAU board of directors, sports media and past winners determined the winner.
The award also recognizes leadership, citizenship, character and sportsmanship on and off the playing field.
"I am incredibly humbled, Clark said. It is an honor to be selected for this prestigious award that elects a student-athlete that excels on the court and off. All the finalists are equally as deserving. It is special to represent the University of Iowa on this stage.