American basketball player and coach (born 1970)
Dawn Staley's Gamecocks are No. 1 in both the Associated Press and USA Today/WBCA Preseason Polls for the 5th time in 7 seasons 👏
South Carolina is coming off its sixth consecutive trip to the Final Four and returns All-American forward Joyce Edwards and talented veteran Tessa Johnson for ... Show more
South Carolina leads women's basketball preseason coaches poll. See where UConn, USC others rank
South Carolina leads women's basketball preseason coaches poll. See where UConn, USC others rank
Staley, Gamecocks building another top recruiting class: USC women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley continues to roll on the recruiting trail ...
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Missouri coach Dennis Gates is confident. So is Dawn Staley. That and more takeaways from Day 1 of the SEC basketball media days: See link below ⬇️
📸 Butch ... Show more
What we learned from Day 1 of SEC basketball media days 2026
What we learned from Day 1 of SEC basketball media days 2026
Dawn Staley calls out Indianapolis Star reporter over Raven Johnson article: Dawn Staley doesn't play about her South Carolina Gamecocks, past and present ...
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Five College Sports Figures Who Could Credibly Host ‘Saturday Night Live’: If it ever happened, it’d be an ‘SNL’ first.
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Five College Sports Figures Who Could Credibly Host ‘Saturday Night Live’: If it ever happened, it’d be an ‘SNL’ first.
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Dawn Staley wants girls to stay in the game—and feel confident in the bodies that allow them to play it.
In this edition of Black Women In Sports ... Show more
Dawn Staley talked injuries, Sunday's exhibition game and other topics on Monday as the Gamecocks began official team practice. (Full story below ... Show more
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Breanna Stewart leads dominant USA response in FIBA World Cup win; Caitlin Clark eyes record
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Did you catch Nick Saban giving Ben Affleck a lesson?
He appeared alongside Affleck, Coach Prime, Dawn Staley and the Aflac Duck in a new national commercial ... Show more
Kymora Johnson says Dawn Staley told her to stay at Virginia. Under new leadership, Johnson said the Cavaliers' vibes are high ... Show more
Why Kymora Johnson turned down Dawn Staley to stay home at Virginia
Why Kymora Johnson turned down Dawn Staley to stay home at Virginia
One of the many athletes made eligible by lawsuits against the NCAA, Michigan guard Brooke Daniels has joined Dawn Staley's South Carolina Gamecocks ... Show more
South Carolina women’s basketball adds 5th-year transfer Brooke Daniels
South Carolina women’s basketball adds 5th-year transfer Brooke Daniels
Sneaker News Aug 25
A’ja Wilson’s Nike A’Two Pays Tribute To Dawn Staley’s Signature Shoe: A’ja Wilson is using her second signature shoe to honor one of the most important figures ...
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UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma discusses his rivalry with South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley ... Show more
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Dawn Staley is a whole vibe after LeBron's move to the City of Brotherly Love 🔔
Key FactsLeBron James Joins Philadelphia 76ers in Major Move
Jul 24, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bleacherreport.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bleacherreport.com
- LeBron James agreed to a two-year, $8 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers.
- This signing came after Philly acquired Jaylen Brown, seen as an upgrade from Paul George.
- The team's success heavily depends on Joel Embiid’s health, who has struggled with injuries in recent years.
- With a strengthened lineup including James, Brown, Maxey, and Edgecombe, the 76ers are serious Eastern Conference contenders again.
He wouldn't return for a ninth season with the Los Angeles Lakers.— Rich Paul, confirming to ESPN's Shams Charania that LeBron James wouldn't return for a ninth season with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Staley, a North Philly native, reiterated that an ownership stake would bring her back to her hometown, which is getting a WNBA expansion franchise in 2030 ... Show more
‘I do know my worth’: Dawn Staley talks WNBA ownership, while Doc Rivers reflects on Sixers leadership at Hall of Fame induction weekend
‘I do know my worth’: Dawn Staley talks WNBA ownership, while Doc Rivers reflects on Sixers leadership at Hall of Fame induction weekend
Dawn Staley shares a message for Jalen Hurts on his 28th birthday 🎉💚
Dawn Staley Suggests Olivia Miles Should be New WNBA Logo: Minnesota Lynx rookie point guard Olivia Miles has taken the WNBA by storm, and Dawn Staley is chiming ...
newsweek.com/sports/dawn-staley-suggests-olivia-miles-should-be-new-wnba-logo-12275504
South Carolina women’s basketball guard Maddy McDaniel will not return to the team, HC Dawn Staley announced on Friday.
The rising junior played for two ... Show more
30 years of the W.
You can’t have a birthday function without the Swag Surf & every generation knew the assignment.
From Lisa Leslie, Dawn Staley ... Show more
Sneaker Bar Detroit Jul 06
Dawn Staley Reveals Exclusive Nike A’Two “South Carolina” PE: Dawn Staley shared Nike A’Two South Carolina PE in the Gamecocks colors, celebrating the school’s ...
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Who should be Philadelphia’s Next Top Statue?: Decide who should be Philadelphia's Next Top Statue by playing "this or that" with Philadelphians like ...
inquirer.com/life/inq2/philadelphias-next-top-statue-voting-20260630.html
athlonsports.com Jul 02
Dawn Staley Sends Message to LeBron James Amid 76ers Rumors: Dawn Staley weighed in after reports surfaced linking LeBron James to the Philadelphia 76ers ...
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athlonsports.com Jun 27
Dawn Staley Reacts to Kamilla Cardoso's Big Night: Chicago Sky star Kamilla Cardoso got a special shoutout from her former USC Coach Dawn Staley.
athlonsports.com/wnba/chicago-sky/dawn-staley-kamilla-cardoso-big-night
Angel Reese vs. Raven Johnson for the jump ball 😅
With Dawn Staley in attendance too 😂
Dawn Staley sitting courtside at Dream vs. Fever 🤩
Staley has seven former players between the two teams 👏
Raven Johnson & Te-Hina Pao Pao back on the court together again 🤩
Dawn Staley had SEVEN former players on Dream & Fever rosters in Saturday's matchup 🔥
Dawn Staley reached her eighth Final Four coaching South Carolina, she had signed a $25.25 million contract extension through the end of the decade ... Show more
TIME100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026
TIME100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026
Dawn Staley responded to A'ja Wilson saying she got "softer" in her coaching approach 😆
(via natfluential/X)
Gamecock women's basketball newcomers enroll in school, report to campus: Newcomers like Oliviyah Edwards, Jerzy Robinson, Kaeli Wynn, Jordan Lee and Kelsi ...
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Saquon Barkley, Dawn Staley, and more Philly ties on Time’s inaugural list of the most influential people in sports
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Dawn Staley was not happy about one reporter's post after the Valkyries waived Kate Martin. Here's why. See link below ⬇️
📸 Sarah Stier ... Show more
Dawn Staley chides reporter over Kate Martin post after Valkyries cuts
Dawn Staley chides reporter over Kate Martin post after Valkyries cuts
UConn to face South Carolina in 1st meeting since Geno-Staley spat - ESPN: UConn will face South Carolina as part of a neutral-site game Nov. 24 in the first ...
espn.com/womens-college-basketball/story/_/id/48751892/uconn-face-south-carolina-1st-meeting-geno-staley-spat
The Dawn Staley Legacy award honors Philly’s Big 5 women’s basketball coaches: The Eagles' Jordan Mailata also received the newly renamed Montgomery-Wanamaker ...
inquirer.com/high-school-sports/dawn-staley-legacy-award-jordan-maialata-wanamaker-20260521.html
Olivia Gaines, who played for Dawn Staley at South Carolina, will be the next head coach at NC Central — an HBCU in Durham, North Carolina ... Show more
Former South Carolina player to coach Division I HBCU women's basketball team
Former South Carolina player to coach Division I HBCU women's basketball team
Geno Auriemma Rues Behavior Towards Dawn Staley After UConn's Final Four Loss: Given time to reflect on his behavior, Auriemma now bluntly characterizes his ...
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Indiana Fever Sign Bree Hall, Drawing Immediate Reaction From Dawn Staley: Dawn Staley reacted after former South Carolina guard Bree Hall signed with the Fever ...
newsweek.com/sports/ncaa/indiana-fever-sign-bree-hall-drawing-immediate-reaction-from-dawn-staley-11937568
Dawn Staley showers UCLA with praise after a dominant win over South Carolina #marchmadness #ncaa #southcarolina #ucla #dawnstaley
Key FactsUCLA Captures First NCAA Women’s Basketball Title
Apr 6, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ocregister.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ocregister.com
- UCLA controlled the boards 49-37 and limited South Carolina to only 3 made shots in the first quarter.
- Gabriela Jaquez led the Bruins with 21 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists in the championship game.
- Despite a full-court press, South Carolina was unable to close the gap against UCLA’s dominant play.
- A 25-5 scoring run in the third quarter allowed UCLA to secure a 32-point victory in their first NCAA final appearance.
Have you seen those posts of Dawn Staley in a hospital bed? How about holding a baby? Then you’ve been part of a growing misinformation trend with Staley and ... Show more
Staley says she spoke with Auriemma, wants to 'turn the page' - ESPN: South Carolina coach Dawn Staley said Tuesday that she has spoken to UConn's Geno Auriemma ...
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Key FactsGeno Auriemma Apologizes After Heated Final Four Clash
Apr 4, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bleacherreport.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bleacherreport.com
- Geno Auriemma issued a formal apology for his conduct after UConn's loss to South Carolina in the NCAA women's basketball Final Four.
- He acknowledged that his actions were out of character and detracted from South Carolina’s strong performance.
- Earlier, Auriemma criticized the referees and confronted South Carolina coach Dawn Staley, leading to a tense sideline exchange.
- The teams are scheduled to meet again on November 24 in Connecticut, intensifying their competitive rivalry.
There's no excuse for how I handled the end of the game vs. South Carolina.— Geno Auriemma, UConn women's basketball coach, in a postgame statement after UConn's Final Four loss to South Carolina.
Dawn Staley adds another player to Gamecocks' basketball roster: Dawn Staley has added another player to her roster for next year, with another international ...
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…not according to Dawn who adds that this day should be all about UCLA #dawnstaley #genoauriemma #southcarolina #uconn #nationalchampionship
Dawn Staley Makes Cameo With Raven Johnson During Fever’s Tunnel Walk: Dawn Staley coached Raven Johnson at South Carolina before the Indiana Fever took her 10th ...
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Dan Hurley comments on Geno’s altercation with Dawn Staley #marchmadness #finalfour #ncaa #uconn #dawnstaley
USC athletic director Jeremiah Donati praises Dawn Staley’s transfer portal work: South Carolina athletic director Jeremiah Donati praised Gamecock women’s ...
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UConn’s Dan Hurley Defends Geno Auriemma After Dawn Staley Exchange: UConn head coach Dan Hurley reacted to Geno Auriemma's heated exchange with Dawn Staley ...
newsweek.com/sports/ncaa/uconns-dan-hurley-defends-geno-auriemma-after-dawn-staley-exchange-11784388
Oliviyah Edwards is joining Dawn Staley's Gamecocks. The five-star recruit and former Tennessee commit will still play in the SEC next season ... Show more
South Carolina women’s basketball adds former Tennessee commit Oliviyah Edwards
South Carolina women’s basketball adds former Tennessee commit Oliviyah Edwards
ESPN Accused of Bias Toward Dawn Staley, South Carolina Over UCLA: UCLA Bruins are the national champions of women's basketball, but fans don't believe ESPN gave ...
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Dawn Staley Sends Message to Fever After Raven Johnson’s WNBA Debut: The Indiana Fever visited the New York Liberty for their first preseason game on Saturday ...
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Dawn Staley reacts to Raven Johnson selected 10th overall to the Fever 🔥
"We got smacked today. We gotta figure out how we can smack back."
Dawn Staley after South Carolina Women's Basketball's loss to UCLA.
Dawn Staley Praised for What She Did Immediately After Losing vs UCLA: South Carolina's Dawn Staley got beat on Sunday against UCLA, but fans are talking about ...
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Dawn Staley ‘invested’ in UCLA coach Cori Close, then saluted Close winning a title at her expense
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DAWN STALEY REACTS AFTER HEAVY TITLE LOSS 🎙️🏀
South Carolina fell short in the national championship—and Dawn Staley didn’t hide it ... Show more
Dawn Staley in the building and eyeing her fourth national title 🔥
Dawn Staley waved to the South Carolina crowd as her Gamecocks lose in the national championship for the second straight season.
Gamecock women's basketball roster nearly complete after no defections through portal
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Geno Auriemma and Dawn Staley just a year apart in the #NCAATournament 😬 #uconn #southcarolina #fyp #marchmadness
Late Night with Seth Meyers Apr 22
Aubrey Plaza talks about being pregnant with her first child, collaborating with her ex-boyfriend on their show Kevin and having to restrain Sandra Bernhard ... Show more
Staley also points out the noise from critics along the way 👀 #southcarolina #marchmadness #collegebasketball #dawnstaley #ncaa
Dawn Staley has transformed South Carolina into a dominant women's basketball program. And for all the success she’s had with the Gamecocks ... Show more
South Carolina’s Dawn Staley is women’s basketball’s highest-paid coach
South Carolina’s Dawn Staley is women’s basketball’s highest-paid coach
Positive vibes only at shootaround for Dawn Staley and Raven Johnson after the Final Four win 😎
Dawn Staley Taking Heat for Second Straight National Title Blowout: South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley is taking heat for a second straight national title ...
newsweek.com/sports/ncaa/dawn-staley-south-carolina-ucla-title-loss-ucon-11786051
OpinionLike Howard Eskin, radio host Mike Missanelli is finished. Geno Auriemma and Dianna Russini are badly damaged.
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ESPN's Rebecca Lobo reported that Auriemma had reached out personally to Staley apologizing for their Final Four confrontation ... Show more
'I have not heard from Geno': Dawn Staley downplays report on Auriemma's apology
'I have not heard from Geno': Dawn Staley downplays report on Auriemma's apology
Head coaches Dawn Staley and Cori Close are in the house for the natty 💪
Watch South Carolina-UCLA at 3:30 PM ET on ABC 🍿
