A new era for USC women's basketball
JuJu Watkins has emerged as a magnetic force in recruiting, leveraging her on‑court brilliance and personal connections to attract the nation's most coveted prospects.
Among those she helped bring to Los Angeles is Saniyah Hall, the No. 2 player in the 2026 class, who arrives after a standout performance at the 2025 FIBA U19 World Cup where she captured gold and earned MVP honors.
Hall’s résumé also features a season in which she averaged 19.9 points, 6.4 rebounds and 2.9 steals per game, underscoring a blend of scoring, defense and versatility that caught the eye of Watkins and her staff.
Watkins, who coached Hall at the Overtime Takeover showcase, has publicly praised Hall’s strength and adaptability, noting that her skill set will complement the existing core at USC.
The influx of Hall and other elite recruits signals a pivotal moment for USC women’s basketball, a program poised to become a national attraction this season and beyond.