
UConn Women’s Basketball Looks to Rebound with Sarah Strong at the Helm
After a Final Four loss, UConn centers its 2026‑27 campaign on star forward Sarah Strong's recovery, a reshaped supporting cast, and a demanding non‑conference slate.
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After a Final Four loss, UConn centers its 2026‑27 campaign on star forward Sarah Strong's recovery, a reshaped supporting cast, and a demanding non‑conference slate.
South Carolina women's basketball coach Dawn Staley is turning her attention to the 2027 recruiting cycle, hoping to build on the momentum of a standout 2026 class that landed the program the second‑best recruiting ranking nationally.

Coach Dawn Staley expects a 15‑player roster next season, a size not seen since the 2021‑22 championship run. She emphasizes role definition, matchup tactics and player development to maximize the team's strengths.

With a two‑month break after the regular season, South Carolina’s women’s basketball standouts are trading the SEC for half‑court battles across Asia, Europe and South America, using 3X3 tournaments to sharpen conditioning and gain experience that translates back to the NCAA.

Team USA’s 3X3 roster for the 2026 FIBA World Cup was announced, highlighting Joyce Edwards and her teammates after a dominant run on the World Series circuit

Ashlyn Watkins is back with the Gamecocks, joining a 15‑player squad that blends experienced backs with a reshaped frontcourt.