Caitlin Clark Celebrates Raina Harmon With One-Word Praise After Eagles Snap Cardinals’ Winning Streak

WNBA standout Caitlin Clark recently used a simple yet powerful message to recognize an important mentor: Raina Harmon.

After the college team coached by Harmon — the Florida Gulf Coast University Eagles — ended the St. Louis Cardinals’ seven-game winning streak, Clark posted a heartfelt one-word shoutout: “Proud.”

The message came shortly after the Eagles’ big win, signaling Clark’s respect and admiration for Harmon’s leadership. Harmon, known for her coaching at FGCU, has long been recognized as a figure who helps shape and support young women’s basketball players — and for Clark, that influence remains meaningful even as she’s now competing professionally.

Clark’s gesture underlines the bonds and mentorship that often transcend college years. Though she’s now making her mark in the WNBA, the recognition shows she hasn’t forgotten where she came from — and the people who helped her along the way. For Harmon, the acknowledgement speaks to the ongoing impact she has on players well beyond their time under her guidance.

The moment resonated widely among fans, not just for its warmth, but as a reminder of the human side of competitive sports. Behind every highlight, every performance, there are relationships, mentors, and moments of support that build character and confidence. Clark’s public show of appreciation makes plain that even in the high-stakes world of professional basketball, gratitude and humility remain central.