Basketball star Caitlin Clark is in contention for the Best Sports Card award at the upcoming ESPN ESPYS ceremony, scheduled for this Wednesday, July 15th. Enthusiasts still have the opportunity to cast their vote for her exceptional entry.
Clark's distinguished entry is her exclusive, hand-signed 2024 Panini Instant Rookie Royalty WNBA Flawless Platinum Logowoman card. This remarkable collectible fetched an astonishing $660,000 in July 2025, setting a new benchmark for sports memorabilia. Adding to its allure, Clark inscribed "769 pts and counting" beneath her signature. Supporters can back Clark by re-sharing the ESPYS' designated post on social media platforms, with each retweet counting as a vote.
Her notable competitors in this category include the TOPPS 2024 1-of-1 "Duel-MVP Gold Logoman" card, featuring signatures and patches from both Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees. Also nominated is a 1-of-1 Upper Deck "Auto Rookie Shield" card, signed by Macklin Celebrini, the San Jose Sharks' 2025 Calder Trophy winner. Other contenders include the TOPPS 1-of-1 NFL "Gold Shield" with Josh Allen's signature from the Buffalo Bills, and the TOPPS NOW Olympic "Golden Goal" card, showcasing Team USA and New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes, signed with "GOLDEN GOAL 2/22/26 GO USA!" The awards show, hosted by comedian Marcello Hernández, will be broadcast live from the David H. Koch Theater in New York City on ABC at 7 p.m. CT on July 15.
This event not only highlights the remarkable achievements of athletes but also underscores the growing cultural and financial significance of sports memorabilia. Recognizing these unique items celebrates the individual accomplishments within sports and preserves moments of athletic excellence for generations to come, inspiring fans and collectors alike.
