Legendary announcer Dick Vitale is spearheading the Caitlin Clark crusade

It is safe to say at this point that legendary sportscaster Dick Vitale is not pleased with how the WNBA treats Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark.

Never one to keep his feelings to himself, Vitale has been on an unrelenting tirade in Clark’s defense. On Thursday, the 87-year-old took to social media again. He continued calling out the WNBA over the physical abuse the Fever guard has endured through the years.

Vitale shared a New York Post article on X. The piece was about Clark’s in-game outburst toward a referee on Wednesday night as the Fever lost to the Golden State Valkyries. The three-time All-Star was fuming after a referee missed a call against her. Vitale believes she had every right to go at the game official.

“She has a right to complain as @CaitlinClark22 on many times takes a physical whipping w/o any calls made,” he posted.

She has a right to complain as @CaitlinClark22 on many times takes a physical whipping w/o any calls made. @IndianaFever @ESPNPR @stoolpresidente https://t.co/504PSjBnAG

— Dick Vitale (@DickieV) July 16, 2026

Dick Vitale demands better treatment for Caitlin Clark

Vitale is clearly a big fan of Clark. This is exactly why the former basketball coach has grown tired of the league’s continued mistreatment of the 24-year-old.

On Monday, Vitale posted on X that “it is really sad the way [Clark] is treated by many in the WNBA.” He did not name any names, but he quickly pointed out that the former Iowa Hawkeyes star has elevated the league in more ways than one. “She deserves to be treated like ROYALTY,” demanded Vitale.

The iconic broadcaster’s disdain comes amid Clark’s recent physical altercation. The WNBA suspended Phoenix Mercury All-Star Alyssa Thomas for one game for driving her fist into Clark’s throat during a game.

On July 9, Vitale also went on X. He declared that it “makes no sense that [Clark] is targeted in such a negative manner by her peers.” Clearly, the celebrated commentator wants to see change, and he is willing to lead the crusade for the Fever superstar.