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McKenzie Forbes, who helped USC capture a Pac-12 Tournament title and an Elite Eight berth, is back with the program in a developmental role, where she will work closely with rising freshman Juju Watkins before heading to France for her next professional chapter.
Kaleena Smith, the nation's top-ranked prospect in the Class of 2027, is narrowing her choices as she prepares for official visits, with USC emerging as a leading contender thanks to proximity, NIL opportunities and recent program momentum.
JuJu Watkins returns after a year of skill development, bolstering USC’s frontcourt and prompting a strategic overhaul aimed at greater cohesion and national competitiveness.
Kaleena Smith, the nation's No. 1 recruit for the Class of 2027, is weighing a future with the USC Trojans as she prepares for official visits to several powerhouse programs.
Coach Lindsay Gottlieb and USC star JuJu Watkins hosted a sold‑out basketball camp that drew families from across the nation, showcasing their commitment to community engagement and the expanding reach of USC women's basketball.
The latest episode of The IX Sports Basketball Edition recaps the Liberty’s win over the Aces, Stewart’s standout performance, the suspension of Thomas amid racist threats, and upcoming podcasts for women’s sports fans.
USC star Juju Watkins is set to return for the 2026‑2027 season after a year‑long recovery from a torn ACL, bringing renewed hope for a Trojans team eyeing a Final Four run.
A look at the players returning from injury and college, the coaches securing new deals, and the programs redefining their schedules as the 2026‑27 basketball season approaches.
After a season lost to an ACL injury, JuJu Watkins is back with the USC women's basketball team, bringing elite talent and a No.1 recruiting class that could reshape the national championship race.
The NCAA will require student‑athletes to complete five seasons of competition within a five‑year window starting in 2026‑27, eliminating medical redshirts and hardship waivers and reshaping eligibility for players such as JuJu Watkins and Laura Williams.
Four‑star guard Jhaliana Guy, a Clinton, Iowa native, reopens her recruitment after decommitting from Stanford, ranking No. 16 overall in the 2028 class, and recently visited Iowa City where Caitlin Clark’s jersey was retired.
Four‑star guard Jhaliana Guy, a Clinton, Iowa native, visited Iowa's women's basketball program, decommitted from Stanford, and announced her intent to join the Hawkeyes, sparking excitement across the program.
A seasoned lineup, high‑ranking preseason polls and a stifling defense position Michigan as a leading contender for the conference title.
With the NBA Draft underway, attention turns to the 2027 WNBA Draft, where three South Carolina players are generating buzz across major scouting reports.
From Rome to Paris, top programs will clash in a series of non‑conference games that showcase returning stars, new recruits and historic first‑meetings.
Jerzy Robinson, a five‑star guard and three‑time FIBA gold medalist, announced her commitment to the University of South Carolina on ESPN’s NBA Today, citing a strong bond with coach Dawn Staley and the program’s trajectory.
The addition of Hall, a 2026 No. 2 recruit and 2025 FIBA U19 World Cup MVP, signals a new era for USC's program as it aims to dominate the national scene.
Standout player JuJu Watkins leverages her recruiting clout to bring top prospect Saniya Hall to USC, joining a talented cohort that includes Jazzy Davidson and Kennedy Smith.
The 2026‑27 Big Ten women's basketball schedule is set, and Illinois is poised to face a slate of marquee opponents. From JuJu Watkins' USC to Minnesota's rising Gophers, the Illini's path blends tradition with new storylines.
Since its 2024 launch, Overtime Select has drawn thousands of applicants, offering PR and media training alongside basketball, with stars like Eve Long and Sascha Malas shaping its mission.
The Big Ten unveiled the 2026‑27 conference slate for USC women's basketball, highlighting home games at Galen Center, a season‑opening matchup in Las Vegas, and a renewed push toward the program's first Final Four since 1986.
The University of Southern California announced its full 18‑game Big Ten conference schedule for the 2026‑27 season, highlighting home contests against traditional rivals and road trips to Midwestern powerhouses, while also revealing non‑conference games against UNLV and South Carolina.
The Big Ten revealed the Trojans' conference slate, highlighting nine home games at Galen Center, a road trek across the Midwest and a marquee double‑header with UCLA, all aimed at a first Final Four since 1986.
The conference released its full home and away schedule, highlighting Nebraska's blend of returning stars and fresh talent.