Who is Chloe Bibby? Meet Caitlin Clark's newest teammate as Indiana Fever complete decisive signing

The Indiana Fever announced the signing of Chloe Bibby on Friday to reinforce their lineup in Caitlin Clark’s absence. Clark, who continues to recover from a groin injury, has no timeline for a return.

Bibby, who can toggle between guard and forward, signed a training camp contract with the Golden State Valkyries heading into the 2025 season. She was waived a week before the Valkyries debuted in the WNBA. Bibby returned in mid-June after the team signed her to add depth to an injury-riddled roster. Two weeks later, the Valkyries released Bibby following the return of previously injured players.

In five games with the Valkyries, she averaged 6.4 points and 2.8 rebounds per outing. She shot 42.1% from deep, one of the key reasons the Indiana Fever signed her. Bibby’s versatility could allow Fever coach Stephanie White to be creative with her lineups.

Before playing for the Valkyries, Bibby’s first brush with the WNBA came in 2022. After going undrafted that year, she signed a training camp contract with the Minnesota Lynx. Bibby could not earn a spot, forcing her to return to her native country, Australia, to play pro basketball.

The 6-foot-2 Australian suited up for Spar Girona in Spain last year and won league MVP. Bibby’s exploits in the Liga Femenina de Baloncesto earned her a training camp invite from the Valkyries.

Before turning pro, Bibby played college basketball for the Mississippi State Bulldogs and the Maryland Terrapins.

She has also represented Australia on the international stage, leading them to a gold medal in the 2025 FIBA Women’s Asia World Cup.

Bibby resides in Warracknabeal, a town in Victoria. She is one of three children born to Leigh-Anne and Adrian Bibby. She earned a degree in marketing in 2021.

Fans react to Indiana Fever’s Chloe Bibby signing

With fans eagerly waiting for news of Caitlin Clark’s status, the Indiana Fever’s signing of Chloe Bibby quickly stirred social media.

Without Clark, the Fever are 1-1 post the All-Star break. They lost 98-84 to the New York Liberty on Tuesday before bouncing back with a come-from-behind 80-70 win against the Las Vegas Aces on Thursday.

Waiting for the Indiana Fever on Sunday will be the Chicago Sky.

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