Former Iowa guards, Gabbie Marshall and Kate Martin, exhibited their dancing prowess in a video shared on Instagram. The pair showcased some lively moves to the tune of Neon Guts by Lil Uzi Vert.

Both Gabbie Marshall and Kate Martin were present at the 2024 WNBA draft on Monday to show their support for Iowa’s Caitlin Clark. However, there was an unexpected turn of events when Kate Martin was chosen as the 18th overall pick by the Las Vegas Aces.

Martin appeared unfazed by the selection, a moment later elucidated in a video by TikTok personalities Aliyah Funschelle from Moolah Kicks, who captured the footage, and Coach Jackie J.

As per the insights of New York City-based sports reporter Aliyah Funschelle, Martin had been requested by the production team to move to an aisle seat before the draft announcement, and a cameraman strategically positioned himself in front of her. Post-selection, Martin was observed being guided to the stage by a crew member, indicating premeditation.

During their stay in New York, Gabbie Marshall, Kate Martin, and Jada Gyamfi accompanied Caitlin Clark on stage during her appearance on Saturday Night Live. Observers noted Clark’s consistent inclusion of her teammates in various activities, underscoring their robust camaraderie.

Kate Martin’s family erupts in joy after her draft call

A video shared on X showed Kate Martin’s family watching the WNBA draft and shouting with joy when her name was called
Her mother, Jill Martin, explained her joy in an interview with Alton Telegraph:

“I just felt happy for her. I wasn’t overly surprised. I was very happy for her. I know it was something that she wanted.”

The guard played for five years with the Hawkeyes and averaged 13.1 points, 6.8 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 28.8 minutes of game time in her senior season. After never starting in a single game during her freshman year, Martin has started every game since.

She, along with Clark and Marshall, formed the core of lowa as the

three worked together to take their team to the title game twice.

Kate Martin graduated from lowa University with a master’s in Sports and Recreation Management. In 2022, she finished her bachelor’s in Sports and Recreation Management, Student-Designed – Human Relations.
The guard’s initial plans were to venture into coaching. Martin was even nominated by the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association for the “So You Want To Be a Coach” program in February. With the draft, Martin will join the Aces for a training session on April 28 before the season opener against Phoenix Mercury on May 14.

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