She is a five-time SEC Coach of the Year and was the 2012 BCA Female Coach of the Year. Tim Dominick [email protected] Transition to the NCAA USC adopted The SEC also named USCs Kamilla Cardoso as Sixth Woman of the Year. A member of the WNBAs All-Decade Team, as selected by a panel of national and WNBA-market media as well as the leagues players and coaches, Staley twice earned the Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award (1999, 2006) and won the WNBA Entrepreneurial Spirit Award in 1999. Following the South Carolinas 2017 National Championship, both of Staleys hometowns renamed streets in her honor with Columbia Mayor Steven K. Benjamin renaming Lincoln Street from College Street to Blossom Street Dawn Staley Way, which leads directly to the Gamecocks homecourt, Colonial Life Arena, in April 2017. Johnson, Rebekah Assistant Coach [email protected]: Nneka Enemkpali: Assistant Coach / Recruiting Coordinator [email protected]: 2022-23 Women's Basketball Support Staff. It was a gesture that wasn't lost on Buffalo's coach. For the second season in a row, South Carolina star Aliyah Boston swept the SEC Player and Defensive Player of the Year awards. All rights reserved. 10 Irish lose top scorer Miles to knee injury, Miami women's hoops penalized for NIL infraction, Women's Power Rankings: Pac-12 teams, Maryland show their teeth, SCNext Top 25: Ranking the best high school girls' basketball teams in the 2022-23 season, NCAA women's tourney expansion plan advances, Meet the No. In 2016, Staley picked up another gold medal as she was an assistant on the Rio Olympic team that captured its sixth-straight Olympic gold medal. After a Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame career as a player, which included five WNBA All-Star appearances and three Olympic gold medals, Staley has proven she can develop young talent as well. Women's Basketball Coaches - University of South Carolina - Upstate Skip To Main Content Scoreboard wbball Jan 11 Final at Campbell University L: 49 - 51 The Gamecocks current 36-week run at No. She is the programs all-time winningest coach (366) with a program-record 11 postseason appearances and is the only black head coach in mens or womens basketball to win multiple national championships. Cardoso is third on the team in scoring at 9.7 points per game, a number that rises to 12.7 points per game against ranked opponents. Cardoso is among the most productive rebounders in the SEC, ranking third in rebounding average at 8.9 and second in offensive rebounds at 3.7, which ranks her 20thin the NCAA. Her 2021-22 compensation begins at $2.9 million with the final year topping out at $3.5 million. In addition to coaching two National Players of the Year and a National Freshman of the Year, Staley has helped eight Gamecocks collect 19 All-America selections, three to pick up six SEC Player of the Year honors, three to earn SEC Defensive Player of the Year recognition a total of six times, one to SEC 6th Player of the Year honors and six to capture SEC Freshman of the Year. Story Links SPARTANBURG, S.C. Owning 171 wins over the past nine seasonsmaking him the second-winningest NCAA women's basketball head coach in the state of North Carolina behind only NC State's Wes Moorethree combined conference titles, three NCAA appearances, and four conference Coach of the Year selections, Division regular season champion 2023 www.greenvilleonline.com. WebWomen's Basketball - University of South Carolina Aiken Athletics University of South Carolina Aiken Athletics Main Navigation Menu Sports Men's Sports Baseball Staley's new salary is comparable to Hall of Fame UConn coach Geno Auriemma, an amount Staley said she hopes could be an encouraging sign that universities can invest in women's basketball on a level comparable to the men's sport. WebThe official Women's Basketball Coach List for the University of Southern California Trojans. While she worked with the Senior National Team, Staley also took on a head coaching role for the 2007 USA Pan American Games Team, leading the college players to a perfect 5-0 record and a gold medal against more veteran international squads. Key Phone Numbers Main Phone: (803) 777-4202. Making the case for who will win National Player of the Year, DAWN STALEY:Dawn Staley claps back at Geno Auriemma's criticism of South Carolina's physical play vs UConn, CHLOE KITTS:How 1 a.m. workouts help Chloe Kitts find her footing with South Carolina women's basketball. In 2015, she added to her coaching gold-medal count with a U.S. victory in the FIBA U19 World Championships, which earned her USA Basketball Co-National Coach of the Year honors and made her the first person to earn both Coach and Athlete of the Year selections from the organization. Due to the unprecedented abrupt ending to the season following the SEC Championship win, Staley said they should be claimed Champions, but never took any real steps to claim one. 1 as 15 ranked teams lose, TCU coach Pebley to step down at end of season, Iowa's Clark hits 3 at buzzer to beat No. In 2020, South Carolina finished 321 (160), led by the #1 ranked recruiting class and senior leadership of point guard Tyasha Harris. 1 spot the sixth most times in the top spot in the history of that poll. The Gamecocks season opener is set for Nov. 9 at ACC Tournament champion NC State with the home opener coming on Nov. 17 against in-state rival Clemson. "I want to be a dream merchant for other women, if that's what they want. Staley has twice been presented the Wanamaker Award (1997, 2005), presented annually to the athlete, team or organization that has done the most to reflect credit upon Philadelphia and to the team or sport in which he/she excels. She is fourth in the nation in offensive rebounding ratee (.215) and total rebounding rage (.247). LSU women's basketball's NCAA Tournament 1-seed race: Where do Kim Mulkey's Tigers stand? News / 12 months ago. Women's Basketball Coaches - University of South Carolina - Upstate Skip To Main Content Scoreboard wbball Jan 11 Final at Campbell University L: 49 - 51 Women's Basketball at Campbell University January 11, 2023 7:00 P.M. Women's Basketball at Campbell University January 11, 2023 7:00 P.M. wbball Jan 14 Final vs She kicked off the stretch with her second head coaching gold medal, leading the U.S. to gold in the FIBA U18 Americas Championship and closed the year as an assistant on the 2014 FIBA World Championship gold-medal team. The contract includes additional performance compensation opportunities up to $680,000 per year. Soderblom, Jason She has coached 17 Gamecocks to All-SEC honors a combined 34 times, including 18 first-team selections, and eight Gamecocks have been selected in the WNBA Draft in the last five seasons, including 2018 No. She built that success on a foundation of discipline and caring. During its eight seasons in the Metro Conference (now Conference USA after the 1995 reunification), the Lady Gamecocks won the regular season championship five times and the conference tournament three times.[2]. Making the case for who will win National Player of the Year, Dawn Staley claps back at Geno Auriemma's criticism of South Carolina's physical play vs UConn, How 1 a.m. workouts help Chloe Kitts find her footing with South Carolina women's basketball, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. COLUMBIA, S.C. The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees approved today a new contract for womens basketball head coach Dawn Staley, which will make her the highest paid African-American head coach in her sport and one of the highest paid womens basketball coaches in the country. The reigning Naismith National Player of the Year averages 13.3 points, 9.7 rebounds and two blocks per game. After two all-star seasons with the organization, she switched leagues, signing with the WNBAs Charlotte Sting in 1999. "Contract negotiations are challenging, but this one was especially important as I knew it could be a benchmark, an example for other universities to invest in their women's basketball programs, too. The Gamecocks are one of three programs to play in at least three of the last six NCAA Final Fours (2015, 2017, 2021) and won the 2017 NCAA Championship. Tipoff is set for noon. The Columbia Chamber naming her its 2017 Ambassador of the Year, and, in 2013, then-South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley tabbed Staley to receive the Order of the Palmetto, the highest civilian honor from the governor bestowed on those who have displayed significant achievement and service to the state. Also a force in USA Basketball, Staley was named the U.S. Womens National Team head coach for 2017-21, leading the U.S. to 2018 FIBA World Cup gold to earn USAB National Coach of the Year honors that year, adding gold medals at the 2019 and 2021 FIBA AmeriCups and stretching the U.S. Olympic gold medal streak to seven straight at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, for which she again earned Coach of the Year honors. 1 in the AP Poll, including two final No. That day, 12,168 fans turned out to see the South Carolina Gamecocks take on the Tennessee Lady Vols. Postseason invitational champion Coach Dukes brings years of By stephanie Gruber. Primary Mailing Address Rice Athletics Center. In the 2018 SEC tournament, the Gamecocks defeated Mississippi State to win the SEC tournament, South Carolina is the only team to win the SEC tournament for four straight years. Who is Dawn Staleys partner? 1 spot in the Associated Press poll for 33 consecutive weeks. In 2007, the Rotary Club of Tulsa named Staley its female recipient of the Henry P. Iba Citizenship Award, which is presented annually to the male and female athlete who has excelled in both their sport and their service to others. Roldan, Cali According to Her Hoop Stats, she in the top 25 in player defensive rating and defensive win shares per 40 minutes. BRACKETOLOGY:LSU women's basketball's NCAA Tournament 1-seed race: Where do Kim Mulkey's Tigers stand? In July 2013, Staley found that in the creation of INNERSOLE, which aims to provide new sneakers to children who are homeless and children who are in need. SEC Champion and No. Fray-Chinn, Jeni Like, the WNBA needs great, young people to keep it going.". Staley was honored by the University of Virginia Womens Center in 2006 with the Centers Distinguished Alumna Award, which honors a female graduate of the University who has demonstrated excellence, leadership and extraordinary commitment to her field and who has used her talents as a positive force for change. Ambrose, Jennifer In 21 years as a head coach, Staley has compiled 11 25-win seasons, with a total of 17 postseason appearances. 4:39. "It really wasn't about the money, but it takes the money for this recognition to be eye-opening.'. The legendary Gamecocks coach changed her mind when she learned how few women are represented with statues. South Carolina has earned a No. At the helm of the Gamecocks over the last 14 seasons, Staley has been named National Coach of the Year three times (2014, 2020, 2022) with her 2020 unanimous selection making her the first former Naismith Player of the Year to earn the Naismith Coach of the Year award. The South Carolina Gamecocks women's basketball team represents the University of South Carolina and competes in the Southeastern Conference (SEC). A lot of people think that Xs and Os are the biggest part of coaching, but its actually very little, Staley said. WebAt South Carolina Women's Basketball camps, campers have an opportunity to improve their game in a fun environment. "I think my passion is foryoung people. Legette-Jack was one of nearly 70 Black women coaches Staley sent a piece of her championship net that South Carolina won in 2017. ALIYAH BOSTON VS ANGEL REESE:Angel Reese or Aliyah Boston? Shop this limited-edition collection of distinctive items made from our 2022 National Championship court! No. "She can't walk outside without somebody saying, 'Oh my gosh can we get a picture.' This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Houston Comets, WNBA, 2005-06, Various international teams, 1992-94 [4], Conference tournament winners noted with # Source[5], National champion She's done so much for the city of Columbia," Gamecocks star Aliyah Boston said. "She has built our women's basketball program from the ground up, and her teams have produced champions, both on and off the floor. Staley has coached 16 Gamecocks to All-SEC honors a combined 31 times, including 16 first-team selections. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. She has been on the sideline as a head or assistant coach or on the court as a player for six of those seven gold medals. WebHead Women's Basketball Coach [email protected]: Beth Burns: Associate Head Coach [email protected]: Wendale Farrow: Assistant Coach [email protected]: Turner, Sofia Levine, Trinity EMBRACING IDENTITY ON COURT:Criticized for lashes and nails, Black women's basketball players embrace self-expression, Player of the Year:Aliyah Boston, South Carolina, Coach of the Year:Dawn Staley, South Carolina, Defensive Player of the Year:Aliyah Boston, South Carolina, Freshman of the Year:Flaujae Johnson, LSU, Sixth Woman of the Year:Kamilla Cardoso, South Carolina, Scholar-Athlete of the Year:Hannah Barber, Alabama. Contract negotiations are challenging, but this one was especially important as I knew it could be a benchmark, an example for other universities to invest in their womens basketball programs, too. She is the only individual woman to ever win the award and joins Joe Frazier and Steve Carlton as the only individuals to capture the honor twice. Team head coach, 2014, USA Basketball, Pan Am Games head coach, 2007, USA Basketball, Select Team court coach, Summer 2010 Under coach Staley, the Gamecocks improved or equaled their win total every season during her first seven years leading the program, culminating in a 343 record in 201415. During an episode of ESPN's Jalen & Jacoby, a mid-afternoon sports talk show hosted by former NBA star Jalen Rose and broadcaster David Jacoby,Staley was asked if she would consider a coaching position in the WNBA or NBA. "There isn't an ounce of me that has the desire to go to the next level," Staley said. The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees approved today a new contract for womens basketball head coach Dawn Staley, which will make her the Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. COLUMBIA South Carolina women's basketball coach Dawn Staley never wanted a statue built in her honor. South Carolina has won five SEC regular-season championships and six SEC tournament titles. In addition to her own scoring, Cooke has handed out 2.1 assists per game, which led to another 4.7 points per game. The Gamecocks made two appearances in the AIAW National Division I basketball tournament, with a combined record of 63. The ability to keep Coach Staley at the University of South Carolina is great news for all Gamecocks. Junior center Kamilla Cardoso was named Sixth Woman of the Year, averaging 9.7 points, 8.9 rebounds and 1.9 blocks off the bench, while also making All-SEC second team. COLUMBIA, S.C. South Carolina womens basketball head coachDawn Staleyand five Gamecocks featured prominently in the annual SEC awards, the conference office announced today. Their season came to an end when they were defeated by Connecticut in the Elite Eight. Beal has long been the unsung centerpiece of a Gamecock defense that ranks among the stingiest in the nation annually. Prior to that appointment, Staley led three other U.S. teams to gold medals 2015 FIBA U19 World Championships, 2014 FIBA U18 Americas Championship, 2007 Pan Am Games and served as an assistant on the Senior National Team 2006-08 and again 2014-16, during which the U.S. claimed gold in the 2014 FIBA World Championship and the 2008 and 2016 Olympics. She swept the title from every organization that bestowed it, which gave her the distinction of becoming the first person, male or female, to earn Naismith Player of the Year (1991, 1992) and Naismith Coach of the Year recognition. 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COLUMBIA South Carolina women's basketball coach Dawn Staley never wanted a statue built in her honor. Under the new contract, Staleys base salary will be $1 million per year with outside compensation starting at $1.9 million in the first year and escalation by $100,000 per year thereafter. At first games were played at the Blatt P.E. Division regular season and conference tournament champion The Gamecocks' season opener is set for Nov. 9 at ACC tournament champion NC State, with the home opener coming on Nov. 17 against in-state rival Clemson. 538-185 (.744) 22 seasons SeniorZia Cookejoined her on the All-SEC First Team, and seniorBrea Bealjoined Boston on the SEC All-Defensive Team. Staley hopes her statue, which will stand at the corner of Main and Gervais streets across from the South Carolina State House, serves as an inspiration to other women. Under her leadership, South Carolina has spent 95 consecutive weeks ranked in The Associated Press top five, including 25 weeks at No. With a 172-80 record, Staley left Temple as the winningest coach in its womens basketball history and was the fastest to reach 100 victories. Staley will continue to lead the American side at least through the 2021 Tokyo Olympic Games. Staley won numerous awards during her Under current head After two terms as an assistant coach with the Senior National Team, first joining that group in 2006, and three head coaching assignment in the organization, Staley was named head coach of the Senior National Team for 2017-21. Allen, AC Two other Gamecock draftees have earned WNBA All-Rookie Team honors as well. South Carolinas four straight SEC Tournament titles from 2015 through 2018 were a first in league history, and the Gamecocks have won six of the last seven SEC Tournaments. Who is the player of the year in every women's college basketball conference? "If that itch comes to coach on the next level, I'm getting older," she said. Phone: (843) 208-8065 I thank Dr. Pastides, Coach Tanner and the Board of Trustees for providing that example today. Staley lives that mantra daily not only through individual appearances and in encouraging her teams to pursue community services opportunities, but also through co-founding INNERSOLE. The combination means she has had her hands on 24.8 percent of South Carolinas total offense. WebUniversity of South Carolina Beaufort Official Athletics Website of the University of South Carolina Beaufort Main Navigation Menu Teams Men's Sports Baseball Basketball - Starting 2023-24 Cross Country Golf Indoor Track & Field Outdoor Track & Field Women's Sports Basketball - Starting 2023-24 Cross Country Golf Indoor Track & Field On May 7, 2008, Dawn Staley was named the new head coach of the team now known as simply the "Gamecocks". 1 in AP women's basketball poll", "South Carolina pounds UConn, 64-49, to take women's basketball championship", "South Carolina hosts Clemson Friday night in the Carolina Center's Grand Opening", University of South Carolina School of Law, South Carolina Institute of Archaeology and Anthropology, University of South Carolina steroid scandal, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=South_Carolina_Gamecocks_women%27s_basketball&oldid=1142257952, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0. She is the only Gamecock basketball coach mens or womens to amass 300 victories at South Carolina and became the fastest coach to 200 wins in program history, needing just 277 games at South Carolina to reach the plateau. She has been SEC Coach of the Year four times and, prior to joining the Gamecocks, earned Atlantic 10 Coach of the Year twice (2004, 2005) in her tenure at Temple. 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