Yesterday was a night of celebration for the Caitlin Clark and Indiana Fever as they secured a spot in the final eight for the first time since 2016, ending the longest playoff drought in the league. Surprisingly, they didn’t even have to play; the losses by the Chicago Sky and Atlanta Dream paved the way for the Fever’s playoff berth. However, the morning after this major achievement brought an unexpected twist for the team.

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There are reports surfaced over the internet that suggest that the Fever’s President, Allison Barber, will be stepping down from the position post this season. A journalist from USA Today tweeted and wrote, “Indiana Fever news: President Allison Barber announced that she is stepping down from her role at the end of the season. Barber will help lead the development of the Marvella Project, a new effort to empower girls and women in Indiana through sports. #WNBA” 

Indiana Fever secures spot in final eight

For the first time since 2016, the Indiana Fever have secured a playoff spot, ending their seven-season absence from the postseason. This drought was the longest active streak in the WNBA and tied for the longest in league history, matching the Chicago Sky’s seven-year playoff miss from 2006 to 2013.

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