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Chloe Kitts Out for Season With Torn ACL as Staley Vows Gamecocks 'Won't Skip a Beat'

South Carolina expects surgery this week with increased responsibility for Joyce Edwards alongside transfers Ta'Niya Latson and Madina Okot.

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Apr 4, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Chloe Kitts (21) shoots against the Texas Longhorns during the first half in a semifinal of the women's 2025 NCAA tournament at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Apr 4, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Chloe Kitts (21) high fives teammate on the bench during the fourth quarter in a semifinal of the women's 2025 NCAA tournament against the Texas Longhorns at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Mar 23, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Chloe Kitts (21) shoots against the Indiana Hoosiers in the first half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

Overview

  • South Carolina confirmed the senior forward tore the ACL in her right knee during practice and will miss the 2025-26 season, with surgery expected this week.
  • Dawn Staley used SEC media day to stress confidence in the roster, saying the team is unafraid and will adjust without trying to replace Kitts like-for-like.
  • Staley highlighted Joyce Edwards’ expanded role and cited contributions from newcomers Ta'Niya Latson and Madina Okot, plus improvements from Maryam Dauda and Adhel Tac.
  • Kitts started 38 games last season, averaging 10.2 points and 7.7 rebounds, and earned MVP honors at the SEC Tournament and the NCAA Birmingham 2 Regional.
  • The frontcourt recalibration follows Ashlyn Watkins taking the season off after an earlier ACL injury, while Kitts’ choice between a medical redshirt and entering the 2026 WNBA draft remains open.