𝑩𝑹𝑬𝑨𝑲𝑰𝑵𝑮: 5-Star Recruit Joyce Edwards Commits to South Carolina Gamecocks Women’s Basketball for Class of 2026*
The rich get richer.
*Joyce Edwards*, a dominant 5-star forward and one of the top players in the nation, has officially committed to the *South Carolina Gamecocks*, giving Dawn Staley yet another elite weapon for the future.
Edwards, a South Carolina native, chose to stay home despite heavy recruiting pressure from national powerhouses like LSU, UConn, and Stanford.
> “This has always been home,” Edwards said in her announcement. “Playing for Coach Staley, representing my state, and competing for championships — it’s everything I’ve dreamed of.”
Known for her length, versatility, and two-way game, Edwards is expected to make an immediate impact in Columbia. With her commitment, the Gamecocks strengthen their grip as a national powerhouse heading into the 2026 season.
Fans are already buzzing, calling her the next face of South Carolina basketball.
