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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.
The NAACP and Congressional Black Caucus have urged Black athletes to boycott SEC institutions over voting‑rights issues, but the discussion must also spotlight the dominant women’s basketball programs and their leaders, from Dawn Staley to Kim Mulkey.
In the heart of the South, college football isn’t just a game — it’s a cultural cornerstone. A Florida Gators fan’s personal reflections reveal how championships in other sports are willingly sacrificed for a single football title, a sentiment echoed by a USA Today columnist’s provocative question.
Drexel head coach Amy Mallon received the first Dawn Staley Legacy Award, recognizing her profound impact on the game and her dedication to growing basketball for women and girls.
The Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative presented the first Dawn Staley Legacy Award to all six Big 5 women’s basketball coaches, while Eagles star Jordan Mailata was honored for his community service, highlighting a shared commitment to youth development.
Maryam Dauda, a USC graduate with two degrees, recently donned Nigeria's jersey in WNBA preseason games, turning a lifelong aspiration into reality.
Ashlyn Watkins is back with the Gamecocks, joining a 15‑player squad that blends experienced backs with a reshaped frontcourt.
Steve Spurrier reflects on his historic 2005 win over Tennessee, the program's rise under Dawn Staley, and the lasting impact on South Carolina sports.
The Las Vegas Aces secured a commanding victory over the Connecticut Sun in their final meeting on home soil, with Wilson delivering a career‑high 45 points. The win coincides with the Sun's relocation to Houston, reviving the legendary Comets brand.
A historical overview of Connecticut's basketball prominence, highlighting the University of Connecticut's program, the Sun's farewell, and the Las Vegas Aces' victory that underscores the region's lasting influence.
Seven players have entered the transfer portal, allegations of intimidation and retribution have surfaced, and the Cardinal have fallen out of the AP Top 25 for the first time in three decades. The upheaval raises questions about the future of Stanford women's basketball under Coach Kate Paye.
LeLe Grissett, a standout from the 2022 South Carolina national championship team, is set to debut in the Upshot basketball League’s first season, which features four founding franchises and plans for expansion by 2027.
Olivia Gaines, a former player under Dawn Staley, is now the head coach of North Carolina Central University’s women’s basketball team, aiming to lift the program with high standards and strong player connections.
The NCAA’s decision to grow the men’s and women’s basketball tournaments to 76 teams has drawn near‑universal reader opposition, while coaches discuss the real differences between Division II and Division I.
On May 17, Dawn Staley will be awarded an honorary degree by Smith College, recognizing a career that spans Olympic gold medals, SEC championships, and a lifelong commitment to expanding the game and supporting cancer research.
Olivia Gaines, a rising star in women's college basketball, is named head coach of North Carolina Central University, bringing a proven record of winning seasons and aggressive play.
After a series of impressive coaching stops, Olivia Gaines is now leading North Carolina Central University’s women’s basketball program, promising a transition‑heavy system and a culture built on player relationships.
The NCAA has scheduled a November 6, 2026, men’s basketball clash between the University of Connecticut and the University of Michigan at Boston’s TD Garden, a rematch of the 2026 national championship game that promises marquee ratings and a test of both programs’ title‑contending rosters.
The Upshot basketball League launches May 15 with four teams, including Charlotte Crown, featuring former Gamecocks standout LeLe Grissett and streamed live on YouTube.
The upcoming November doubleheader at the Basketball Hall of Fame Women’s Showcase will feature UConn versus South Carolina and UCLA against St. John’s, highlighting a renewed rivalry and a celebration of women’s college basketball.
UCLA's head coach Cori Close signed a four‑year contract extension worth $2 million annually after guiding the Bruins to their first NCAA national championship in 2025‑26. The article explores the implications of the deal, the team's dominant season, and the upcoming roster changes.
UCLA women’s basketball coach Cori Close has signed a four‑year agreement guaranteeing roughly $2 million annually, placing her among the top 10 highest‑paid coaches in the sport. The contract follows a historic championship season and underscores the program’s commitment to athletic and academic achievement.
The upcoming Basketball Hall of Fame Women's Showcase will feature a doubleheader between UConn and South Carolina, while UCLA and St. John's also meet, marking a new chapter for the Bruins after their championship run.