Dawn Staley recruits top prospects for South Carolina Women's Basketball 2026 class

The South Carolina women’s basketball team faces significant roster turnover for the 2025-26 season, with key players departing for the WNBA and graduation. Head coach Dawn Staley has responded by adding standout transfers like the nation’s leading scorer Ta’Niya Latson and 6-6 center Madina Okot, as well as promising freshmen Agot Makeer and Ayla McDowell. Raven Johnson is expected to lead as point guard, providing stability and playmaking, while Latson and Tessa Johnson will add scoring and perimeter shooting to the lineup. Staley is also actively recruiting to fill anticipated gaps for future seasons, notably pursuing top-5 national recruit Oliviyah Edwards to maintain depth at forward. The Gamecocks’ ability to blend experienced returnees with elite newcomers is central to their strategy for continued success. Staley’s recruiting focus and player development remain crucial as the program prepares for further roster changes beyond next season.