After wrapping up her stellar rookie campaign, Clark took the first couple of months in the offseason to relax and work on her golf game. Fans were hopeful this meant she was gearing up to participate in the highly anticipated ‘Unrivaled’ league. But those hopes were dashed when ESPN reported that she wouldn’t be part of it.

However, there’s one place Clark will absolutely be making an appearance: Carver-Hawkeye Arena on February 2nd.

The Iowa Hawkeyes recently announced they would retire Clark’s iconic No. 22 jersey that day, coinciding with their game against Juju Watkins and the USC Trojans. For CC, this event is about more than just her jersey—it represents the memories, camaraderie, leadership, and excellence she brought to the court during her college years.

She’ll join an elite group, becoming only the third player in program history to have her jersey retired, alongside Megan Gustafson and Michelle Edwards.

The moment promises to be unforgettable, not just for Caitlin Clark, now an Indiana Fever sensation, but for everyone in attendance. It’s a fitting recognition for a player who averaged a jaw-dropping 31.6 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 8.9 assists per game in her senior year at Iowa.

However, there’s been a fair share of controversy surrounding this announcement, primarily because of the ticket prices.

Fans roast Iowa Hawkeyes for Caitlin Clark’s jersey price

The Hawkeyes’ announcement that game tickets cost up to $711 frustrated fans, leaving many bewildered. As the news spread, social media lit up with comments criticizing the program for capitalizing on Clark’s unmatched popularity.

One user commented, “She’s not even playing, just getting her jersey retired, and those prices are ridiculous!”

Others echoed similar sentiments, with one remarking, “Iowa, that’s nasty work.”

In her four years at Iowa, Clark delivered historic numbers, averaging 28.4 points, 8.2 assists, and 1.5 steals per game over 139 contests. Her shooting accuracy was equally remarkable, with 46.2% from the field and 37.7% from beyond the arc. She also holds the title of the NCAA’s all-time leading scorer across both men’s and women’s divisions.

“Well deserved. But who would pay 711 just to see that lol, waste of money,” wrote another individual on X.

As Clark bids farewell to the jersey she wore while making history, emotions will undoubtedly run high. Still, the ticket prices have left some fans questioning whether it’s worth the cost. Even during her final home game last season, standing-room tickets were $358, while regular seats went for $450. Now, the cheapest seats for this event are listed at $711 on TickPick, making it the most expensive women’s college basketball game in history.

One fan wrote, “$711? You’ve got to be kidding me!”

Another added, “Still a little pricey—no WNBA game costs that much, but I get it. Make as much as you can off it.”

The steep prices have sparked debate, but demand is at an all-time high for what will undoubtedly be a historic event. What do you think? Will fans shell out this much for a chance to celebrate Caitlin Clark’s legendary college career?