Obama Surprises WNBA Stars in Chicago | Global News

Barack Obama made a surprise appearance at the WNBA All-Star game in Chicago, dropping by the newly opened court at his Presidential Center to inspire the players—especially Caitlin Clark, who called the moment unforgettable. Obama praised their talent and the league’s rising profile, shared basketball tips with Jonquel Jones, and even played “horse” to break in the court. He gifted the team a custom 44 jersey, reflecting his historic ties to the WNBA—including being the first president to attend a game in 2010. The visit, which also included mentoring high school girls and investors, underscored Obama’s enduring commitment to community and his role as a living example of leadership, resilience, and grace under pressure. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/58a5c5d99e4b8a1e