Caitlin Clark has now inspired one of the standout looks at this year’s Miss USA pageant.
During Monday’s state costume showcase at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada, Miss Indiana Sydney Shrewsbury unveiled an outfit that captured the essence of Indiana basketball and the energy surrounding Clark‘s rise to stardom.
Her costume featured a Pacers-inspired design with Clark‘s No. 22 emblazoned on the front, a nod to the Fever‘s most celebrated player and the state’s long-standing connection to the sport.
The 2025 Miss USA competition will conclude on October 24, with the winner earning the honor of representing the United States at Miss Universe in Thailand next month.
But before the main event, Shrewsbury‘s tribute costume has already captured plenty of attention from fans, who praised her for celebrating both Indiana‘s basketball heritage and one of its most influential athletes.
Celebrating Indiana’s basketball identity
Clark, whose dazzling performances and competitive fire have made her a national icon, has only strengthened that bond. Despite appearing in just 13 games this past season before being sidelined by muscle injuries and an ankle sprain during recovery, Clark remains the most talked-about player in women’s basketball.
Her popularity has transcended the WNBA, turning her into a symbol of excellence and perseverance for fans both inside and outside Indiana.
Shrewsbury‘s costume choice reflected that spirit. With its bold color scheme and basketball motif, it was as much a statement of pride as it was a fashion statement. Social media users quickly took notice, flooding comment sections with messages of support for the creative tribute. Many called it “the most Indiana outfit ever,” while others applauded Shrewsbury for highlighting Clark‘s cultural influence in such a memorable way.
A first-time hope for Miss Indiana
For all its sporting glory, Indiana has never produced a Miss USA winner, one of 15 states still waiting for a victory in the pageant’s 74-year history.
That historical drought hasn’t stopped Shrewsbury from dreaming big, and her basketball-inspired tribute may be exactly the spark she needs to stand out on the national stage.
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