South Carolina Women’s Basketball Announces Full SEC Schedule
The Gamecocks' upcoming season features home games against Alabama, Kentucky, LSU and others, plus road contests that include a matchup with Oklahoma.
Jun 16, 2026
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South Carolina Women’s Basketball Unveils 2026‑27 SEC Schedule
The University of South Carolina announced its full slate of SEC opponents for the 2026‑27 season, highlighting home matchups against top‑ranked teams and a road journey that includes trips to Oklahoma, Texas and Vanderbilt, while also celebrating the program’s historic success under head coach Dawn Staley.
Jun 16, 2026
Kelsi Andrews Leads USA Basketball to Record‑Extending Gold at 2026 U18 Women’s AmeriCup
Kelsi Andrews helped Team USA defeat Canada 90‑72 for its 12th straight U18 women’s AmeriCup gold, earning her third championship and highlighting a roster brimming with future stars.
Jun 16, 2026
Tina Roy Returns to South Carolina to Launch a New Girls’ Basketball Program
After a successful stint coaching in Louisiana and a celebrated playing career at South Carolina, Tina Roy is back in the Palmetto State to lead the newly formed ALA Blythewood program, aiming to lay a foundation that can grow year by year.
Jun 15, 2026
Alicia Tournebize Poised to Shine as South Carolina’s Versatile Reserve
Alicia Tournebize, a 6‑foot‑7 forward with a professional background, is expected to provide a spark off the bench for South Carolina in the 2026‑27 season.
Jun 15, 2026
Tammi Reiss Appointed Head Coach of Florida Gators Women’s Basketball
Tammi Reiss, a former WNBA player and club owner, now leads the Florida Gators women's basketball program, bringing a unique blend of playing, coaching, and entrepreneurial experience.
Jun 12, 2026
Dawn Plitzuweit Extends Her Stay with Minnesota, Joining the Elite Ranks of Women’s Coaching Pay
Minnesota's head coach Dawn Plitzuweit has agreed to a contract through 2032, securing a $1.1 million base salary and a performance‑linked escalation that places her among the highest‑paid women's basketball coaches in the nation.
Jun 12, 2026
South Carolina Women’s Basketball Faces Point Guard Uncertainty Ahead of New Season
The Gamecocks' coaching staff is reshaping their backcourt as they look to fill the void left by limited depth at point guard.
Jun 12, 2026
Olivia Gaines Takes the Helm of North Carolina Central Women’s Basketball
New head coach Olivia Gaines brings a winning record, a mentor‑shaped philosophy, and a vision for holistic development to North Carolina Central’s women’s basketball program.
Jun 11, 2026
Olivia Gaines Bolsters Eagles Coaching Staff with Vana and Gregory
North Carolina Central University appoints Olivia Gaines as head coach, enlisting veteran assistants Brett Vana and Rakim Gregory to reshape the women's basketball program.
Jun 10, 2026
Cignetti and Mendoza Lead Indiana to the Pinnacle, Earn TIME 100 Honors
Indiana's unprecedented 16‑0 run and Heisman‑winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza have earned coach Curt Cignetti and the star quarterback a place on TIME's 2026 list of the world's most influential figures in sports.
Jun 10, 2026
Joyce Edwards Leads USA to Fourth Gold at 2026 FIBA 3×3 World Cup
South Carolina’s Joyce Edwards clinches her fourth gold medal at the 2026 FIBA 3×3 World Cup, while freshman Kelsi Andrews readies for the U18 AmeriCup in Mexico.
Jun 7, 2026
Lyle Yorks: From UVA Midfielder to Global Soccer Executive
A look at how a student‑athlete at the University of Virginia built a decades‑long career in soccer, representing stars and steering historic transfers.
Jun 4, 2026
Geno Auriemma Looks Ahead After Final Four Heartbreak
UConn’s women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma discusses the aftermath of a Final Four loss, his 42nd season, the rise of star player Sarah Strong, and the team’s outlook for the upcoming championship.
Jun 4, 2026
Tyasha Harris Joins South Carolina Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Tyasha Harris, a standout point guard for South Carolina, has been selected for the South Carolina Association of Lettermen’s Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2026, recognizing a career that includes a national championship, WNBA success and lasting impact on the sport.
Jun 3, 2026
South Carolina Women’s Basketball Courts French Talent for 2026‑27 Season
Coach Dawn Staley adds two French prospects, Alicia Tournebize and Justine Loubens, to a roster that now boasts 13 percent French representation, highlighting the growing allure of U.S. college basketball for overseas talent
Jun 3, 2026
Kentucky’s Sivka Navigates NCAA Eligibility Amid Growing International Scrutiny
The NCAA's eligibility framework is once again under the spotlight, as the organization grapples with how to treat international athletes who arrive on campus with professional experience.
Jun 2, 2026
Dawn Staley Secures French Sharpshooter Justine Loubens for 2026
South Carolina women’s basketball head coach Dawn Staley has added French prospect Justine Loubens to the 2026 class, a move that brings a sharp‑shooting threat and a notable French connection to the Gamecocks.
Jun 2, 2026
South Carolina Women’s Basketball Secures French Talent for 2026‑27 Roster
The Gamecocks' coaching staff brings in two French professionals whose role‑specific skills and international experience aim to blend with a balanced mix of homegrown and veteran players.
Jun 1, 2026
Dawn Staley Bolsters Gamecocks with French Professionals for 2026‑27 Campaign
Coach Dawn Staley adds two French veterans to her roster, aiming to blend international savvy with home‑grown talent.
Jun 1, 2026
UConn Women’s Basketball Prepares for 2026‑27 Season After Championship Redemption Quest
The Huskies aim to rebound from a Final Four loss, blending veteran talent with fresh recruits as they chase another national championship.
May 31, 2026
Joyce Edwards Poised to Surpass A’ja Wilson’s Scoring Record
Joyce Edwards, the South Carolina standout, is on the cusp of breaking A'ja Wilson's all‑time scoring record, needing just 1,127 points over the next two seasons.
May 29, 2026
Texas Women’s Basketball Coach Vic Schaefer Faces Roster Overhaul After Star Exodus
Vic Schaefer’s Texas Longhorns finished a season marked by a 30‑plus win streak and a semifinal defeat to UCLA, only to lose three pivotal starters to the transfer portal. With only two returning starters, the program is turning to five highly touted freshmen to fill the gap, raising questions about the sustainability of Schaefer’s coaching philosophy in a rapidly shifting college basketball landscape.
May 29, 2026
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.
May 29, 2026